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Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Whole Person
  • Kansas City, Kansas
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION
    The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will aide consumers of The Whole Person by assessing and assisting in the exploration of adaptive equipment and techniques needed for daily independent living and working.
     
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
    1. Assess consumer’s levels and needs under various TWP Programs and Services
    2. Analyze relevant independent living information to determine appropriate goals
    3. Help and encourage consumers to explore safe and effective ways to complete independent home skills and activities.
    4. Consult with consumer to choose effective activity programs
    5. Coordinate occupational therapy with other types of therapeutic activities
    6. Maintain accurate records of consumer interventions, report to Supervisor and other administrative tasks as requested
    7. Regular and predictable attendance
     
    REQUIRED SKILLS
    • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
    • Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Missouri and Kansas
    • Knowledge of principles, methods and equipment used in occupational therapy body mechanics
    • Able to understand and interpret complex written or verbal instructions
    • Valid driver’s license
    PREFERRED SKILLS
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Personal Experience with a Disability
    COMPETENCIES
    • Exceptional communication skills
    • Outstanding personal skills – able to work with all age groups and demographics undergoing physical, mental or emotional disabilities
    • Problem solving abilities
    • Organization skills
    • Compassion and Empathy
    • Flexible
    WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    This position will be traveling to various locations in the Kansas City Metropolitan area.  Much of the time will be spent on feet while setting up equipment and providing therapy to consumers.  This is a physically demanding position and will require constant kneeling, stooping and lifting.
    OTHER DUTIES
    Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
    The Whole Person is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring staff members reflecting the great diversity of our community.  Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request.  People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKansas City, Kansas
    Websitehttp://www.thewholeperson.org/about-us/careers.html

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Consultingunmatched
    • Demographicsunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Occupational Therapyunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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