The basic function of the per diem Occupational Therapist for the Personal Care Attendant, (OT PCA) Program is to participate in screening potential participants in their homes or other settings.
** Responsibilities:**
- Be knowledgeable of and comply with all state, federal and agency regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to the PCM program including time frames and Tri-Valley’s agency mission.
- Assess the consumer’s physical and cognitive condition and resulting functional limitations to determine the consumer’s personal care assistance services.
- Determine the type and level of personal care assistance required by the potential participant according to state guidelines through face-to-face interviews. Review fully with consumer.
- Provide timely and complete written documentation of evaluation requests.
- Refer consumers to appropriate medical providers or other community resources when necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
** Essential Functions/Qualifications:**
- Licensed by the Massachusetts Division of Registration in Allied Health Professions and in good standing with the Division of Registration; and currently certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy and in good standing with the Board.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Communication Skills with consumers, physicians, family members, providers (telephone, email or in person, as needed).
- Communication Skills to include public speaking.
- Communication skills with funders, state and federal agencies, ASAPs.
- Communications skills with employees.
- Cultural competency and the ability to provide informed advocacy.
- Medical terminology.
- Written communication skills.
- Demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Meets deadlines in a timely fashion.
- Works independently.
- Motor vehicle.
- Valid Driver’s license; maintain minimum insurance liability on vehicle and complete motor vehicle driving record check.
- Maintain Confidentiality.
- Attention to detail.
- Knowledge of PCA program and or MassHealth programs and community supports.
- Computer Acuity.
- Software Windows, Excel, Power Point, Dynamics, Outlook.
- Calculators.
** Physical Demands:**
- Computer access
- Ability to traverse homes, yards and stairways.
- Must be able to sit for periods of time at computer or while driving.
Work Environment:
- Driving to consumers at their homes