Local Contract Home Health Occupational Therapist
Brooklyn, NY
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$65/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration52 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time | Brooklyn, NY
Daytime Schedule | Community-Based Care | Geriatric Focus
Are you an Occupational Therapist who values meaningful, patient-centered work and wants a consistent weekday schedule? This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative interdisciplinary care model serving older adults in Brooklyn—where your clinical expertise truly makes an impact.
Why This Role Stands Out
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Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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35-hour workweek – strong work-life balance
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Mix of site-based and in-home care
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Collaborative interdisciplinary team (IDT) environment
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Serve a frail and elderly population with comprehensive support
What You’ll Do
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Evaluate participants and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
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Provide hands-on therapy in clinic settings and participant homes
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Collaborate closely with providers, IDT members, and specialists
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Document evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and care plans in the EMR
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Recommend adaptive equipment and support safe discharges
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Participate in care plan meetings and performance improvement initiatives
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Provide clinical guidance to COTAs and support OT students as needed
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Maintain compliance with all clinical, safety, and regulatory standards
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
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Active New York State Occupational Therapist license
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Ability to travel locally within Brooklyn to participant homes and sites
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Strong communication, documentation, and clinical judgment skills
Preferred Experience
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At least 1 year of OT experience, ideally with geriatric or frail populations
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Familiarity with community-based care or PACE-style programs
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Experience using EMRs (Care Compass a plus)
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Bilingual skills are a plus, depending on participant population
Physical & Professional Readiness
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist participants safely
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Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, and in-home visits
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Up-to-date immunizations and medical clearance required
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Commitment to ethical practice and ongoing professional development
Location Brooklyn, NY
Services provided at program sites and participant homes within the borough.
If you’re an OT who wants stability, purpose, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of older adults, this role offers all that—and more.
Apply today to learn more.
Employer
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
About Brooklyn, NY
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Brooklyn, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Brooklyn is higher than the national average, especially in popular neighborhoods like Williamsburg and Dumbo.
- Wages may be higher to match the cost of living, but it's important to research specific job opportunities.
- The average high in summer is around 84°F (29°C) and the average low in winter is around 26°F (-3°C).
- Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals can be found in Brooklyn, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive compared to other areas.
- It's important to start the search early to secure a suitable place.
- Brooklyn is car-friendly, but parking can be a challenge in some neighborhoods.
- Public transportation, including subways and buses, is widely available and commonly used by residents.
- Brooklyn is known for its diversity, with a mix of cultures and age groups.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to urban air quality.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Brooklyn, making it a popular destination for healthcare professionals.
- Brooklyn offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, and plenty of outdoor activities in parks like Brooklyn Bridge Park and Prospect Park.
- Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy events at the Barclays Center.
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