We are looking for a bright, energetic, and passionate OT to join our team!
Job Title: Adult Occupational Therapist
Job Location: Portland, OR
Job Type: Part-time, evenings and weekends
Compensation: Competitive pay, paid weekly one-on-one supervision meetings and team meetings, sick leave
JOB DESCRIPTION
Sensory KIDS is seeking an occupational therapist to join our busy practice. We are excited about growing our program for adults and adolescents seeking services for sensory differences. Therapy is provided at Sensory KIDS with a strong focus on relationship-building between therapists and clients. Drawing on the work of Dr. Lucy Miller, Dr. Stanley Greenspan, Dr. Ross Greene, Dr. A. Jean Ayres, and others, occupational therapists at Sensory KIDS maintain a clinically-rigorous focus that integrates holistic strategies for supporting clients and families.
Occupational therapists at Sensory KIDS provide dynamic, individualized, and evidence-based intervention for clients across the lifespan. From the evaluation process through the completion of therapy, therapists at Sensory KIDS create an environment of collaboration with clients to maximize individual potential and success. Therapists engage clients, empower families, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional services.
We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced therapist interested in helping us grow our adult program. Work hours will be evenings and weekends, to accommodate the schedules of our clients.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Current Oregon occupational therapy licensure
- At least three years occupational therapy experience
- At least one year of sensory-based occupational therapy experience
- Continuing education in sensory processing/sensory integration, mental health, or relationship-based therapy
- Ability to perform strenuous physical activity (crawling, jumping, lifting, climbing, etc.) for multiple consecutive hours during each work day
- Passion for learning new theoretical perspectives, interpersonal skills, and treatment strategies
- Desire and skill to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to direct self in prioritizing work, attending to demands,and problem-solving
- Clear, direct, and compassionate communication skills with children and adults
- Commitment to serving diverse families with responsive and culturally-competent care
