Occupational Therapist - part-time - 1st shift

Overview

CMHA is a private non-profit treatment provider headquartered in New Britain, with seven locations in the city and Waterbury. We partner with clients and the community to promote recovery from mental illness and substance use, treating more than 7,500 adults and children each year. CMHA is Connecticut’s first fully Joint Commission accredited Behavioral Health Home and a SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).

Visit cmhacc.org to learn more.

Internal mobility and career pathing are a focus at CMHA with many employees growing from individual contributors to leaders. CMHA is looking to hire a part-time Occupational Therapist (20 hours per week) for the Young Adult Assertive Community Treatment Program. This position will be located at 29 Russell St., New Britain, CT 06051.

Compensation Range: The annual salary range for this position starts at $35,250.

Position Summary: Provides comprehensive assessment of skill levels and daily functioning of Residential and/or Community clients. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to develop treatment plans and programming. Supports clients in attaining skills identified as goals to enable movement to less restrictive levels of care in the community.

• Evaluate patients’ physical, emotional, and social needs through observation and assessment.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to improve patients’ functional abilities.
• Provide therapy to patients recovering from injury, illness, or disability.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and adaptive equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Document patient progress and update treatment plans as necessary.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Connecticut.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques and rehabilitation methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

We care about our employees and offer benefits that support work-life balance and future growth. CMHA offers:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with CMHA matching after 1 year of service.
• 11 observed holidays.
• 3 wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year to extend a long weekend.
• 2 personal days to use throughout the calendar year.
• Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service.
• Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s (subject to annual approval).
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and household members.
• Tuition discounts at participating schools through partnerships.
• Free ongoing professional development opportunities and access to CEUs, including practices such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT.
• Employee discounts for shopping, YMCA, travel, and entertainment.
• Free subscription to mindfulness resources.
• Annual Company Picnic.
• Loan Reimbursement and Scholarship programs.
• Student loan wellness resources and federal loan repayment assistance options where eligible.

Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CMHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, pregnancy or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics as required by law. If you need assistance completing an online application, contact CMHA Human Resources at Careers.