Occupational Therapist

Blue Monarch

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Job Summary

As Blue Monarch’s Occupational Therapist, you will provide individual and group occupation-based therapy services to resident children (ages 12 and under) and their mothers, contribute to program development for children’s services, advocate for children’s developmental and educational needs, and support the therapeutic environment. With the groundbreaking of the new 24,000 sq. ft. multipurpose building, Blue Monarch is preparing to expand its services, programming, and residential capacity in the near future, and the occupational therapist would play a key role. We are offering an opportunity to join a small, but focused team that is dedicated to serving women and children who are seeking a healthier lifestyle, free from abuse and addiction.

Job Responsibilities

Areas of Responsibility:  This role has 5 primary functions

• Expanding and enhancing existing children’s programming
• Planning and implementing family-centered, trauma-informed occupation-based therapy services
• Planning and implementing parenting education classes and workshops
• Assisting in the reunification of women with their children
• Supporting the Director of Parenting and Children Services

This position works very closely with the program staff. The program staff is small but works as an effective team with constant communication and group decision-making.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Expand and enhance existing children’s programming to include more rigorous on-site intake screening & assessments, therapeutic interventions, and environmental modifications of the therapeutic and home environments as Blue Monarch expands its spaces and residential capacity
• Plan and implement family-centered, trauma-informed occupation-based therapy services (including evaluations, interventions, and outcome analyses) to both individual children and groups with an emphasis on self-regulation skills, positive behavior supports, and promoting function in daily routines
• Plan and implement parenting education classes and workshops to promote co-regulation, healthy routines, and occupational performance in both individual and group contexts among mothers with various custody arrangements as they seek family reunification
• Document all therapeutic encounters (opportunity to develop own notes system)
• Engage in grant writing to support funding of necessary materials, equipment, personnel, and other resources
• Communicate regularly with interdisciplinary teams about families’ progress and needs
• Serve as an advocate and liaison for children’s childcare and school placement, including collaborating with school teachers
• Coordinate with outside therapists, doctors, and other healthcare professionals
• Develop, implement, and monitor quarterly treatment plans for each resident
• Maintain communication with program staff regarding resident issues and behavior, while respecting the boundaries of privacy and professional ethics
• Assist program staff with transportation and oversight for offsite events with residents and children, promoting and supporting community participation and integration
• Provide direct support for the Director of Parenting and Children’s Services
• Assist in the reunification of women with their children
• Provide therapeutic training for residents and staff
• Participate in equine activities for children
• Attend all mandatory Blue Monarch events

ROLE BENEFITS & OPPORTUNITIES:

• Deep and rich rapport-building opportunities with resident families
• Working with families in their home setting during their natural daily routines
• Opportunity to serve in an emerging practice setting and advocate for the role of OT in mental health and recovery
• Opportunities for creativity and innovation
• Emphasis on practice and leadership
• Built-in time for documentation, program development, and other administrative activities
• Beautiful physical space on a large piece of farmland, offering outdoor recreation and animal-assisted therapy opportunities to potentially implement in treatment
• Passionate and creative women-led staff
• Team setting with a balance of collaboration and autonomy

ROLE CHALLENGES:

• Emotionally fulfilling yet demanding population as many families have experienced intense trauma
• Non-traditional schedule with irregular hours including some evening work and occasional weekend activities
• Remote location, yet good proximity to larger cities (Chattanooga & Murfreesboro)

Qualifications

Preferred

• Master’s or doctorate in occupational therapy from an ACOTE-accredited academic institution
• Current OT licensure in the state of Tennessee
• Required Experience: Experience with pediatrics
• Preferred Experience: Former practice or interest in rural, psychosocial, mental health, or community-based practice areas
• Willingness to engage in advocacy, program development, and grant writing
• Passionate about working with a Christ-centered non-profit
• Open to working in an emerging practice setting within the field of occupational therapy
• Strong adaptability, flexibility, and creativity to meet the continuously evolving needs of this dynamic population
• Compassionate and servant-hearted nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Character consistent with Blue Monarch’s core values and integrity Knowledge about the population Blue Monarch serves including addiction and its effect on children
• Self-motivated
• Effective problem solver
• Patient, fun, and energetic

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

TO APPLY EMAIL THE FOLLOWING:

• Cover letter
• Statement of Faith
• Resume

SEND TO:

Susan Binkley, Founder and President

susan@bluemonarch.org

Details

• Date Posted: July 26, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Clinician
• Service Area: Children / Youth
• Start Date: 07/29/2024
• Working Hours: 40 hrs/week (ranging 9am - 5pm or 10am - 6pm)