Licensed Occupational Therapist - Mississippi

Licensed Occupational Therapist - Mississippi (#R10238)

Location: Mississippi (Boswell Regional Center Main Campus (ICF/MR) and MAC, with travel to group homes in Magee, Wesson, Brookhaven, Taylorsville, and Bay Springs, Mississippi.)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Hourly Rate: $46.33/hour (up to 80 hours/month)

Position Overview:

The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, treatment recommendations, consultation, and staff training to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by Boswell Regional Center (BRC). The therapist delivers part-time, on-site services across the main campus and associated group homes, focusing on improving functional skills, safety, and independence in daily activities.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $46.33/hour
• Work Schedule:
  • Part-time, flexible scheduling (up to 80 hours/month)
  • Hours are scheduled based on clinical needs and program requirements; flexibility to attend scheduled habilitation meetings and trainings is required.
• Professional Growth: Specialize in IDD occupational therapy
• Impactful Work: Improve daily living skills for vulnerable adult populations

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
  • Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license issued by the Mississippi State Board of Health.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of practice experience as an Occupational Therapist (experience with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities strongly preferred).
• Technical Requirements:
  • Ability to meet all contractor onboarding requirements, including background checks and eligibility to work under Mississippi Employment Protection Act and E-Verify provisions.
  • Compliance with all BRC, Mississippi Department of Mental Health, HIPAA, and state/federal regulations required.
• Soft Skills: Interdisciplinary collaboration, staff training, cultural sensitivity

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual occupational therapy evaluations upon physician request or habilitation team referral.
• Complete clear, thorough, and informative annual OT evaluation reports for assigned clients.
• Identify OT treatment needs and recommendations that require a licensed Occupational Therapist and communicate these to the interdisciplinary team.
• Recommend OT activities, therapeutic exercises, and adaptive strategies for daily implementation by direct-care staff.
• Provide consultation regarding selection, acquisition, and appropriate use of OT-related supplies and equipment.
• Attend habilitation and interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to person-centered plans.
• Deliver in-service training and ongoing education for staff on OT programs, techniques, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Communicate relevant clinical information to staff and leadership regarding client needs, risks, and progress.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with BRC policies, professional standards, and HIPAA requirements.
• Adhere to all BRC and Mississippi Department of Mental Health policies and procedures.

Physical Examination Responsibilities:

• Perform functional assessments related to range of motion, strength, coordination, balance, sensory processing, and activities of daily living as part of OT evaluations.
• Assess needs for adaptive equipment, positioning devices, and environmental modifications to support safe mobility and self-care.
• Document findings and recommendations in the clinical record consistent with OT standards of practice.

Medical Oversight Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, psychology, and other disciplines on habilitation plans and risk management strategies.
• Provide professional recommendations regarding OT-related interventions, precautions, and contraindications within the OT scope of practice.
• Participate in interdisciplinary review of complex cases, changes in condition, or incidents that may impact functional status and need for OT services.