Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Our mission is to serve, provide for, and champion individuals with disabilities.

Evergreen Life Services (ELS) is a charitable, non-profit organization that provides a full range of professional services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in the 1950s, today we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states.

Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team because, at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Position Description: Occupational Therapist

Reports To: Executive Director

Created: August 6, 2012

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for providing clinical occupational therapy services specifically designed to meet the needs of individual(s) served in the assigned caseload. The incumbent is responsible for determining methods of screening and evaluation and compiling results in order to design the occupational therapy treatment programs individualized to the specific dysfunction. This includes implementation of programs, fabrication of adaptive equipment, training staff and para-professionals in the specific techniques to be used in each individual program, and attending individual meetings to convey these programs and needs.

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for the selection, administering, and interpretive results of various individual screenings and assessments as well as the development and implementation of program services.
Responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing of a specialized Occupational Therapy program.
Responsible for the provisions of Occupational Therapy services to an assigned caseload of individuals.
Provides direct treatment/intervention to assigned caseload of individual(s) served and documents/reports progress. Conduct annual assessments.
Provides professional monitoring of Occupational Therapy services and programs. Updates programs at least annually and when changes are needed.
Assist supervisor by providing input and collaboration in the development~ revision. And implementation of Occupational Therapy programs and services.
Measure outcomes of treatment and conduct continuous evaluation of the effectiveness of practices and programs to improve and maintain quality of services.
Attend and participates in assigned departmental/unit meetings and staffing.
Provide in-service training to all professionals, medical, and direct care staff in regards to individual program needs and progress.
Evaluate, design, and instruct staff on the fabrication of various orthotic devices and adaptive equipment; provides written justification for the purchase of new equipment.
Attend outside training, seminars, and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge

Master’s level degree in related field from an accredited university
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist
Prior experience with the developmentally disabled population preferred
Working knowledge of assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of various disorders
Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with state abuse and neglect registry
Working knowledge of Windows 7, Office 2010 applications. Aptitude to learn other software programs as required for this position.

Physical Requirements

Constantly moves about to coordinate work
Occasionally assist consumers physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
Regularly exposed to stressful situations
Constantly on call to address program needs

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or a medical condition to perform the essential functions.

Special Requirements

Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect credibility and professionalism on the organization.
Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life
Demonstrate high moral standards so as to be a positive role model

Employment Variables

Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. May be asked to work some evenings when required.

Working Environment

May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.

Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Evergreen Life Services

I want more than just a job.
I want to make a difference in people’s lives.
I want to make a difference in my community.

We want to make a difference too. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Sometimes that reward is a smile or a song from a resident, sometimes it’s the reward of knowing you helped a resident to learn daily life skills, like setting a table or preparing a meal. It could be watching a resident make beautiful artwork in one of our studios. Every day you will have opportunities to help those with intellectual or physical disabilities feel that they are a part of a community that cares.

Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

We have nearly 2000 employees and more than 1100 individuals served in seven states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team, because at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Evergreen, in it's mission is to serve, provide for and champion individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is looking for qualified, caring individuals to work with us.