Occupational Therapist PD - CDC - PER DIEM BC Chestnut
Inspira Health · United States
MAJOR FUNCTION:
Systematically evaluates the strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges of infants and children, in collaboration with the family, as part of a NJ Early Intervention Team. Collaborates with family and other Individual Family Service Plan Team Members to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) which incorporates family priorities/concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation/assessment data to develop child and family outcomes. Implements evidenced-based instructional practices in the child’s natural environment. Provides education, resources, and coaching to clients, family, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college/university.
- Preferably, at least one year of documented professional experience with individuals from birth to five years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities.
- Use of Evidence Based Practice in providing NJEIS Services
- Competent in use of HIPPA Compliant Technology and Web-based applications
Certification/ Licensure:
- Licensed Occupational Therapist, State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Occupational Therapy Advisory Council.
Physical Requirements Place an N, O, F or C in the boxes below N: Never O: Occasionally (80%) | |||||
| Lifting | F | Standing | F | Sitting | F |
| Lifting 20-50lbs | O | Climbing | O | Kneeling | O |
| Lifting>50lbs | O | Crouching | O | Reaching | F |
| Carrying | O | Hearing | F | Walking | F |
| Pushing | O | Talking | F | Vision | F |
| Environmental Conditions | |||||
| Noise | O | Varied Temperatures | O | Cleaning Agents | O |
| Noxious odors | O | Patient Exposure | F | Operative Equipment | O |
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Systematically evaluates the strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges of infants and children, in collaboration with the family, as part of a NJ Early Intervention Team. Collaborates with family and other Individual Family Service Plan Team Members to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) which incorporates family priorities/concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation/assessment data to develop child and family outcomes. Implements evidenced-based instructional practices in the child’s natural environment. Provides education, resources, and coaching to clients, family, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.