Position Summary:
The OTR Program Specialist is a new full time position that will be shared between our growing Parkinson's Family Support Program and our Visiting Nurse Association (VNA). This position works to provide innovative community based programming for people with Parkinson's disease and their family/caregivers as well as providing VNA visits to seniors with varying diagnoses as part of our community rehabilitation team. The OTR Program Specialist works collaboratively with the Parkinson's Family Support Team and VNA staff providing clinical, administrative, programmatic and therapeutic services and has the opportunity to contribute to the development of new programs, trainings and workshops.
Essential Job Functions:
• Implement programming for families affected by Parkinson's disease in Waltham and in the greater Boston community
• Maintain a half time caseload of VNA clients and comply with all documentation requirements
• Foster collaborative relationships both internally and externally with a range of professionals and organizations
• Facilitate Parkinson's Family Support Program activities
• Organize and facilitate groups for individuals with PD and their families
• Travel to meeting and community based programming sites
• Provide home health aide training on assistance with ADLs
• Other duties as assigned
Educational/Experience Requirements:
• MS in OT.
• Massachusetts state OT licensure
• Experience working with older adults with disabilities and their families in a community setting. Knowledge of neurological diseases and/or chronic disease processes required. Arts-related experience preferred. Group facilitation skills required.
• Must have driver's license & vehicle.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); ability to document in the VNA electronic record using a point of care device.
JF&CS offers an excellent work environment with competitive salary and benefits. To apply for employment opportunities, please send resume with cover letter and salary requirements (unless otherwise noted) to:
Jewish Family & Children's Service
1430 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451
Attn: Human Resources
-or-
Fax: 781-693-5072
We regret that we cannot take phone calls regarding this position. JF&CS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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- Location: Waltham / Brookline
- Compensation: Salary commensurate with education, experience & certification.
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