Employment Opportunities

Job Location: Portland, OR
Compensation: TBD

Clinical Therapy Manager

CLINICAL THERAPY MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Search for pirate’s treasure, fly in rocket ships, and swim with sea turtles in a bright and inviting OT gym. Explain the physiological and emotional impact of impaired sensory processing to parents in ongoing parent education sessions. Collaborate with Sensory KIDS colleagues in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings. Embark on new paths for expanding perspective and skill with employer-sponsored continuing education. Grow as a therapist.

Sensory KIDS is seeking a clinical therapy manager/occupational therapist and a part-time occupational therapist to join a busy practice providing support to children and families living with sensory challenges. Therapy is provided at Sensory KIDS with a strong focus on relationship-building between therapists, clients, and families. 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 the whole child and family system.

Occupational therapists at Sensory KIDS provide dynamic, responsive, and individualized therapy to clients across the lifespan. Whether working with toddlers or adults our therapy is family-centered. We integrate sensory- and relationship-based methods with a focus on self-regulation. From the evaluation process through the completion of therapy, therapists at Sensory KIDS create an environment of collaboration with clients and families to maximize individual potential and family success. Therapists engage clients, empower families, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional services.

CLINICAL THERAPY MANAGER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Current Oregon occupational therapy licensure
• At least five years pediatric occupational therapy experience
• Management or leadership experience
• Strong communication and team building skills
• Continuing education in sensory processing/sensory integration
• 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

SUMMARY

Occupational Therapists will direct, supervise, evaluate and provide occupational therapy, using the STAR Model intervention approach, to clients in an effort to help them reach their maximum levels of performance and functioning.  This includes directing client participation in selected tasks, recording clinical and progress notes, and evaluating clients’ progress.  At Sensory KIDS, Occupational Therapists will individually tailor treatment to address the neurological origins as well as the symptoms of clients who typically are experiencing the following conditions:  ADHD, learning difficulties, Sensory Processing Disorder, auditory processing disorders, motor coordination difficulties, and other developmental, learning and behavioral difficulties. Occupational therapists will ensure compliance with STAR Model approach in regards to parent education by confirming regular parent meetings. Therapists will also demonstrate responsible work behaviors by contacting families when absent for appointments occurring within the first business hour and maintaining cleanliness standards in shared therapy spaces.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST DUTIES

• Find ways, or easier ways, for clients to perform daily tasks and design and prescribe assistive activities or devices
• Review intakes and medical records to thoroughly understand a client’s individual case, concerns, and needs
• Assist clients in the gym while performing activities of all types
• Find and gather materials for use in therapy and clean and repair these materials after therapy sessions
• Schedule regular parent meetings as needed (every 6-20 sessions depending on intensity of treatment)
• Provide written and verbal recommendations/home programs to clients and caregivers
• Communicate regularly and thoroughly with supervisors and peers in written form and in person
• Complete documentation in a timely manner (daily notes – within 24 hours, evaluation reports – within 5 business days, progress reports, home programs, required insurance documentation)
• Assist team to maintain a clean and organized working environment (minimal upkeep of personal space, clinical space, and common areas)
• Initiate necessary communication with families when absent (e.g. contact morning clients when ill or unexpectedly absent)

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from a program that has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education or the American OT Association
• Eligibility for or current Oregon licensure
• At least 2 years of experience in pediatrics, previous clinical experience with relationship- or sensory-based interventions preferred

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to use judgment and experience to plan and accomplish goals
• A certain degree of creativity with intervention techniques
• Knowledge of and openness to individual differences in ability, personality, and interests
• Time management skills
• Excellent written expression
• Sensitivity and receptivity to client’s individual needs
• Awareness & sensitivity regarding client & staff diversity
• Strong documentation skills
• Possess the disposition and personality to work harmoniously with a wide variety of people and all levels of staff, and to interact professionally as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Absolute integrity and the use of good judgment to handle the professional and confidential nature of assignments and cases
• Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational needs
• Commitment and passion concerning Center’s mission

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving of the whole body, such as lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of equipment and materials.

Receptionist

RECEPTIONIST SUMMARY

The Receptionist will be the initial point of contact for families seeking services and provide nurturing and supportive interactions with clients via telephone, online, and in person contact. The Receptionist will assist the Clinic Manager in maintaining strategies and supports to support the mission and operation of Sensory KIDS, LLC. The Receptionist will maintain an inviting physical reception space for clients, families, and practitioners.

RECEPTIONIST DUTIES

• Carry out all office procedures under the supervision of the Clinic Manager
• Create and maintain a welcoming, tidy, and comfortable atmosphere in the reception area
• Communicate in a clear, friendly, and timely manner with Occupational Therapists regarding office, scheduling, and client needs
• Welcome and check in clients
• Receive all in-office payment (co-pays and fees) for services
• Process all incoming and outgoing faxes related to referrals and medical records requests
• Schedule therapy appointments
  • Work with Clinic Manager to increase efficiency of scheduling procedures
  • Maintain therapists’ schedules at 85% capacity
  • Track patient end dates and schedule parent meetings as necessary
• Coordinate initial intake process for new clients; maintain associated forms and files
• Maintain and update client information in paper files and electronic database(s)
• Answer incoming phone calls, return messages, provide reminder calls
• Provide information to individuals who walk in, call, or email
• Light cleaning of office, reception area, bathrooms, and treatment space(s)

RECEPTIONIST QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s in human services, social sciences or business administration
• Experience providing support services to families and children
• Experience providing excellent telephone and in person customer service
• Basic computer skills

RECEPTIONIST PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic knowledge of sensory processing and Occupational Therapy
• Experience establishing office systems and protocol

RECEPTIONIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills
• Empathic listening and interviewing skills
• Independently motivated
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to engage creativity when approaching tasks
• Knowledge of and openness to individual differences in ability, personality, and interests
• Time management skills
• Excellent written expression
• Sensitivity and receptivity to individual needs
• Strong documentation skills
• Possess the disposition and personality to work harmoniously with a wide variety of people and all levels of staff, and to interact professionally as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Absolute integrity and the use of good judgment to handle the professional and confidential nature of assignments and cases
• Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational needs
• Passion for and commitment to Sensory KIDS mission

RECEPTIONIST WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Office environment. Must be able to use computer, telephone, and other office equipment, with or without accommodation. Must also be able to perform light cleaning of office, reception area, bathrooms, and treatment space(s).

RECEPTIONIST HOURS 

• M, T, W 10:00am – 4:00pm
• Opportunity to increase hours as clinic increases capacity