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About this Intern - Occupational Therapy Assistant role at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services · Onsite · Grand Rapids, MI

Cost Center

168 Activity Therapy

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

First Second Shift (United States of America)

Shift & Status

What Will you Do?

As a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, the Occupational Therapy Assistant Intern utilizes clinical skills associated with current training in area of expertise, the expressive arts therapies, occupational therapies, and psycho-educational interventions to plan, organize and implement a program of ancillary services. Screen patients' capabilities, needs, interests and goals to support an individualized treatment program consistent with the interdisciplinary team's goals. The Occupational Therapy Assistant intern must demonstrate excellent customer service and have enthusiasm for the program and the Pine Rest organization.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Screen patient care needs, supports/implements a treatment plan in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and continually reassesses treatment plan according to patient care needs.
•    Plans and participates in milieu programming: teaching, skill building, and therapy groups.
•    Provides individual treatments as assigned and appropriate.
•    Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients.
•    Provides input to the interdisciplinary treatment plan while functioning as a team member.
•    Responsible for monitoring and reporting to manager and unit leaders any potential risk to patient safety that could lead to an adverse outcome. 
•    Utilizes processes to conserve financial resources.
•    Responsible for documenting and reporting all necessary information according to established policies and procedures.
•    Creates a patient friendly environment by following quality improvement standards and maintaining professionalism.
•    Is responsible to actively participate in safety management, crisis intervention and prevention. This may include monitoring, assessment, verbal de-escalation, and emergency psychiatric and medical care. 
•    Works in various clinical settings with diverse patient populations.
•    Serves on committees as needed. 
•    Promotes positive communication amongst all members of the treatment team.
•    Collaborates in follow up with disciplinary action.
•    Collaborate with AT Clinical Services Manager and Recreational Therapy Leads regarding internships and other departmental activities. 
•    Responsible to role model the mission and values of the organization, presenting a professional image that is projected in appearance, attitudes and behaviors, time management and communication skills. Provides spiritual, emotional, social, mental and physical support to patients.
•    Must maintain annual training and demonstrate competency in the required programmatic training.
•    Continuous exposure to potentially adverse physical environment.
•    Performs other duties as assigned.
 

What Does the Role Require?

•    Enrolled in an accredited associate or bachelor’s degree program for Occupational Therapy Assistant, or similar degree, which leads to ability to sit for the NBCOT Certification Exam.
•    Exposure of relevant psychiatric/medical/clinical experience is helpful to plan and implement therapeutic, interactive education group sessions and interventions, though not required.
•    Knowledge of current therapy principles in area of expertise associated with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), psychoeducational interventions, expressive arts, and occupational therapies to plan, organize and implement a program of ancillary services. 
 

Notice:

Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.

NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.

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Evidence-Based Hiring At Pine Rest, we believe in nurturing our employees as holistic beings, understanding their unique strengths and potential to contribute to our team. Our commitment to evidence-based hiring practices ensures an equitable process and that we find the right fit for both our candidates and our organization. Why Assessments Matter As part of our comprehensive hiring process, we invite candidates to complete a series of assessments designed to provide valuable insights into their work preferences, personality traits, and cognitive abilities. These assessments are not just a crucial step in our screening process but also an opportunity for candidates to gain a deeper understa

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