Occupational Therapist/Contractor

An Occupational Therapy license is required for this position. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Alta Mira is a non-profit organization that has been supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual delays or disabilities, and their families, since 1985. We provide services to all age groups. We support over 800 children annually in our Early Intervention Program and 1500 adults through our Family Support Services. We employ over 70 employees and 250 independent contractors. We are an excellent employer with a high level of schedule flexibility and very rich benefits. We are one of New Mexico's Top Workplaces in the category of work/life balance.

SKILLS

Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Service-oriented. NDT Certification preferred.

Good attention to detail. Advanced training in discipline-specific areas. Proficient with word processing applications. Feeding & Oral/Motor Therapy. Able to initiate and complete work assignments with minimal supervision. Able to relate well to the public and agency staff.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with infants and toddlers ages 0-3 preferred. Current New Mexico Occupational Therapy license.

Current New Mexico driver's license, or ability to arrange transportation to meet agency needs as assigned.

Current automobile liability insurance.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation at an acceptable level.

1. Participate as a team member in initial and ongoing developmental assessment activities with children in the areas of communication, play, cognition, fine and gross motor skills, adaptive behavior, and social/emotional skills.
2. Administer, score, and interpret formal testing instruments as appropriate and summarize results of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) in writing. Testing procedures are carried out accurately and reliably, and in a manner that is culturally, linguistically, and developmentally appropriate.
3. Integrate informal assessment, behavioral observation, developmental history, and other professional assessment data with formal testing information to reflect a holistic view of the child and his/her needs.
4. Carry out interview and assessment procedures in a child and family-sensitive manner.
5. Collaborate with families and other staff during team assessments.
6. Participate in planning an appropriate Early Intervention program for each child through the IFSP process (including the initial IFSP and subsequent reviews).
7. Make recommendations to families and other team members regarding therapeutic and other developmental services needed to achieve IFSP outcomes.
8. Design individualized goals and objectives with families so that they are developmentally appropriate, functional in nature, and related to ongoing routines of the home, class, and/or community.
9. Complete IFSP and other paperwork required by (DOH) Part C accurately and in accordance with specified regulations and timelines.
10. Implement developmentally appropriate Early Intervention services as specified through the collaborative planning process (IFSP).
11. Build relationships with the child and family that support a working partnership to accomplish the IFSP goals.
12. Integrate the family and child outcomes into the home, classroom, therapy room, Early Care and Education Centers, or community, which support the family's daily routine and natural environments.
13. Facilitate collaboration with parents, teachers, and other professional staff through regular contact, paperwork (eg, Contact logs), and designated team meetings.
14. Integrate therapy (OT, PT, SLP), self-help, and services. Function as a liaison between other therapists, developmental specialists, and families to help with the generalization and carryover of goals.
15. Respond to
16. Provide documentation to support the continued need for therapy services in future program placement(s).
17. Schedule, plan, and coordinate therapy activities.
18. Monitor the child's progress and/or effectiveness of the IFSP goals and objectives, specific to the area of therapeutic specialization.
19. Submit accurate and complete screenings, assessments, contact logs, billing documentation, and other written information, as required, in accordance with the agency standards and schedule.
20. Facilitate collaboration with parents, teachers, and other professional staff through regular contact, paperwork (e.g., therapy logs), and designated team meetings.
21. Utilize, and return in good condition, agency/program equipment, as needed.
22. Adhere to established guidelines for billing and documentation.
23. Supervise the process of evaluation and treatment services provided by practicum students and/or lower-level therapists, guidance, and feedback as appropriate to the development of clinical skills.
24. Supervise individuals interested in short-term therapy observation.
25. Serve as a mentor for individuals requiring support with the program director.
26. Must be able to drive to and from home visits.
27. Must have a clean driving record.
28. Must have reliable transportation.
29. Perform other duties as required or assigned.

At Alta Mira Specialized Family Services, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities to incorporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our agency. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and providers. We remain committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the agency's purpose.

Alta Mira Specialized Family Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.