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Occupational Therapist - Part Time

Part-time

Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

Las Vegas, NVFull-time / Part-timeSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
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Location
Las Vegas, NV
Schedule
Full-time / Part-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Nevada Occupational Therapy LicenseMaster's degree

Job overview

Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is hiring an Occupational Therapist specializing in adolescent behavioral health and autism support. The role conducts evaluations and group therapy, supports patients’ daily living skills, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary care team. Candidates need a master’s degree in occupational therapy, an active Nevada occupational therapy license, and at least one year of adolescent clinical experience; autism and sensory-processing experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Functional EvaluationsSensory Processing AssessmentsGroup Occupational TherapyEmotional RegulationSensory IntegrationActivities of Daily LivingSelf-Care TrainingTrauma-Informed Co-RegulationPositive Behavior SupportClinical DocumentationPatient Hygiene Assistance

Qualifications

Master's in Occupational TherapyNevada Occupational Therapy License1 Year Adolescent Clinical ExperienceAutism Spectrum DisordersSensory Processing Challenges

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

We are hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) specializing in adolescent behavioral health and autism support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive functional evaluations and sensory processing assessments for adolescents (ages 8–17) on the autism spectrum.

  • Provide group occupational therapy targeting emotional regulation, sensory integration, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

  • Train patients in self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting/hygiene, feeding and eating skills to promote greater independence in daily living.

  • Partner with BCBAs (Board Certified Behavior Analysts), registered behavioral technicians, and mental health therapists within a multidisciplinary care model.

  • Utilize trauma-informed co-regulation and positive behavior support strategies during times of emotional or behavioral distress.

  • Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and progress notes in compliance with facility and insurance standards.

  • Assist individual patients with hygiene and functional needs.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.

  • Current, active State of Nevada Occupational Therapy license.

  • Minimum one (1) year of adolescent clinical experience, preferably with autism spectrum disorders and sensory processing challenges.

Benefits

Benefits package is available the first of the month following 30 days of employment!

Desert Parkway offers competitive benefits to include:

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • 401K Retirement Plan

  • Healthcare spending account

  • Dependent care spending account

  • PTO Plan with holiday premium pay

  • Discounted cafeteria meal plan

  • Life insurance (including plans for spouse and children)

  • Short- and long-term disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)

  • Pet Insurance

  • Identity Theft Insurance

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