Occupational Vocational Therapist

Company

DRTC

Published

2024-10-22

Closes

 

Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Category

Non-Profit

Type

Full-time

Description

Within this position, the Occupational Therapist will evaluate people with disabilities and/or limiting conditions to support their employment success by conducting intakes, administering both informal and formal evaluations using the latest evidence-based practice, create intervention plans, consultative plans, and work programs. This position is responsible for ensuring employees meet AbilityOne/SourceAmerica program eligibility and for maintaining their continued eligibility status throughout employment.

WAGES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Occupational Therapy degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
  • Current Occupational Therapy license from the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
  • Licensure in therapy, counseling, or related field
  • Experience in relating to people with disabilities
  • Familiarity with Vocational Rehabilitative programs

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Current/Active Oklahoma driver’s license
  • Current Oklahoma Occupational Therapy License
  • Must be 21 years or older
  • Successful completion of OSBI, MVR, DHS Registry Check and other background required by agency.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.
  • Maintain state mandated minimum liability insurance on personal vehicle
  • Reliable personal transportation

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Organized, exceptional attention to detail and goal oriented
  • Prioritize employee experience and well-being
  • Ability to build an open communication and collaboration culture
  • Computer literate, efficient, systems-driven and able to work with range of Microsoft and other applications
  • Flexible
  • Knowledge of AbilityOne and SourceAmerica standards/regulations/structure/philosophy/mission
  • Knowledge of the psychology of human behavior including techniques in behavior modification/management
  • Knowledge of mental, physical and cognitive disabilities and their related traits/characteristics/limitations
  • Knowledge of the rehabilitative process in job matching, skills assessment, and evaluation
  • Able to interpret and evaluate documentation of disability to meet AbilityOne/SourceAmerica program requirements and guidelines
  • Maintain a high degree of confidentiality
  • Develop outcome-based employee information and feedback

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Work is performed in an office environment and requires using a computer keyboard, mouse and screen to input and review data, write reports, etc.
  • Travel required between locations
  • The position requires the ability to access areas using stairs
  • May require extended walking and standing.

JOB CONDITIONS:

Normal working hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00, Monday through Friday, with a one-hour lunch. Hours may vary according to agency needs. This position is exempt and does not receive overtime pay. Travel to the various contracts is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Conduct intake & assessment to determine AbilityOne eligibility for new hires to the program
  • Conduct required evaluations for all AbilityOne employees to remain eligible under the program
  • Review and maintain medical files annually for audit purposes
  • Responsible for utilizing an employee-centered approach to support employees and build natural supports, accommodations, environmental modifications
  • Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with managers and external employers and community advocacy on behalf of the employee
  • Training managers in accommodations and other methodologies so they are equipped to partner in the employee’s success
  • Evaluate employee’s physical and mental abilities and analyze to develop plans to meet the employee’s employment goals
  • Complete and maintain necessary records
  • Plan and implement programs to help employees acquire skills to adjust to work environments

APPLY AT:

If you are interested in working at Tinker AFB or Oklahoma City, submit application for employment to one or all of our employment opportunities. You can submit an application online today, or print an application to fill out by hand and mail or fax to DRTC.

DRTC

2501 N. Utah Ave.

Oklahoma City, OK 73107

Phone: (405) 946-4489

Fax: (405) 267-6929

Email: mailto:dalerogers@drtc.org 

Video Phone #:  (405) 445-7314

DRTC is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer