Occupational Therapist

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose. 

Join The Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE as a Occupational Therapist in Durham, NC.   This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.  Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum.
• Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered or certified if applicable to practice in the state
• A minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have means of transportation.
• A minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population required.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Conducts an in-person initial comprehensive occupational therapy assessment on all participants upon enrollment and coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team on a Plan of Care for each participant.
• Conducts an in-person re-assessment minimally every six (6) months or as needed.
• Provides evaluation/treatment on acute, restorative and maintenance levels to participants.
• Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.

About Us 
 
Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs.  Situated in Durham, this location blends Southern charm with a growing, innovative community. With access to green spaces, a lively downtown, and part of the renowned Research Triangle alongside Raleigh and Chapel Hill, the area offers a dynamic and well-rounded lifestyle.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.