Occupational Therapist
Jewish Family Service of Metropolitan Detroit
Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit
Job Opening
Position: Occupational Therapist
Reports to: Home Modifications Program Manager
Time of Employment: Up to 1000 hours over three years
Contractual Rate: $100 per hour (all inclusive, no separate reimbursement for mileage)
Overview of Role:
The Occupational Therapist for the Home Modification Program will be part of a supportive, collaborative, and innovative team assisting older adults and enhancing their quality-of-life through home modifications. The OT will provide assessments for home modifications for clients and community members who meet program eligibility criteria (an average of three visits to perform the initial assessment, education and training for the client if required, and a follow-up assessment) for 168 home modifications over three years.
JFS is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. In recruiting for our team, we seek the unique contributions that individuals can bring from all backgrounds. We strive for a diverse team to better serve our clients and ensure our excellence as an organization in identifying, developing, and delivering supportive services.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Receive client referrals and schedule assessment in coordination with the Program Manager
- Provide complete home assessments for home modification, travelling across the four-county area
- Attend HUD trainings as required
- Maintain client confidence by keeping information confidential
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Licensed Occupational Therapist with experience working with older adults and proficiency with technology platforms.
Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy
How to Apply – Interested & qualified candidates should forward their resume & salary requirements to HR@jfsdetroit.org
Jewish Family Service of Metropolitan Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer