Occupational Therapist
Open Sky Community Services
Summary
Open Sky provides innovative, person-centered services that support individuals and families in developing the skills, resilience, and confidence needed to achieve their personal, educational, vocational, and life goals. Through evidence-based practices, individualized supports, and collaborative partnerships, we empower those we serve to strengthen independence, enhance daily functioning, build meaningful relationships, and succeed in their homes, schools, workplaces, and communities.
Job description
The Occupational Therapist provides services across multiple programs and settings, supporting individuals in achieving greater independence and participation in daily life. Working collaboratively with individuals, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams, the Occupational Therapist contributes to the assessment process, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, and provides therapeutic interventions in both individual and group settings. The Occupational Therapist helps individuals build the skills necessary to successfully navigate everyday activities, strengthen functional abilities, and improve overall quality of life.
Other Key Responsibilities:
- Assess functional abilities, identify barriers to participation, and contribute recommendations to individualized intervention plans.
- Identify sensory processing challenges and implement appropriate sensory strategies, environmental modifications, and adaptive approaches to support success across settings.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to individuals and families in both individual and group formats.
- Communicate evaluation findings and treatment recommendations through verbal and written reports while collaborating closely with interdisciplinary team members.
- Develop and implement individualized Occupational Therapy treatment plans based on each individual's strengths, needs, goals, and priorities.
- Provide training, coaching, and support related to community participation, independent living skills, activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and other functional life skills.
- Promote skill development, self-advocacy, problem-solving, and increased independence across home, school, work, and community environments.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a current Massachusetts License and National Board certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Previous experience working with youth and young adults with mental health challenges, required.
- Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving history, required.
Requirements
- Must possess a current Massachusetts License and National Board certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Previous experience working with youth and young adults with mental health challenges, required.
- Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving history, required.
Benefits
- Professional Supervision
- Professional Development
- Training Opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Plan
- 403(b) Retirement Plan Match
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Company overview
Open Sky Community Services is a comprehensive mental health care organization dedicated to providing integrated behavioral health services to individuals and communities. As a healthcare provider specializing in mental health services, the organization focuses on delivering person-centered care that addresses the complex needs of those experiencing mental health challenges. Their services typically include outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, community-based support programs, and residential treatment options. Open Sky Community Services operates with a mission to promote recovery, resilience, and wellness through evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care approaches. The organization serves diverse populations across multiple communities, offering accessible mental health resources and support systems. Their work emphasizes collaboration with other healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create holistic care networks that support individuals throughout their recovery journeys. By focusing on both clinical excellence and community integration, Open Sky Community Services plays a vital role in addressing mental health needs and reducing barriers to care for vulnerable populations.