Occupational Therapist

Adelphi is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services at a facility in Callaway County, Missouri. The ideal candidate will assess functional needs and provide occupational therapy services to adult consumers, with a focus on adaptive equipment, mobility, safety, fall-risk reduction, and daily living skills.

JOB QUICK FACTS

• Ref #: BD-892-13

• Profession: Allied Health

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist

• Location: Callaway County, Missouri

• Facility Type: Inpatient Mental Health Facility

• Job Type: Temporary Contract

• Schedule: Part-time, up to 24 hours per week

• Shift: Monday–Friday, between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM

• Start Date: July 1, 2026

• Contract Duration: TBD

• Compensation: $55-$65

REQUIREMENTS

• Active Missouri Occupational Therapist license.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

• Experience providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions.

• Ability to support adult consumers with mobility, self-care, adaptive equipment, and safety needs.

• Behavioral health, rehabilitation, long-term care, or hospital experience preferred.

• Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to complete orientation and meet facility credentialing/security requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess functional mobility and determine the need for mobility or adaptive equipment.

• Recommend interventions to support fall-risk reduction, safety, and functional independence.

• Notify facility staff of recommended equipment needs.

• Educate consumers and caregivers on the safe and appropriate use of adaptive equipment.

• Provide OT assessments and interventions for ADLs, self-care, and fine motor coordination.

• Support functional needs related to weakness, muscle re-education, and pain management.

• Document services, recommendations, and consumer progress in accordance with facility guidelines.

• Attend required orientation prior to beginning services.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.