The basic function of the Occupational Therapist for the Personal Care Attendant, (OT PCA) Program is to participate in screening potential participants in their homes or other settings.

Responsibilities:

• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all state, federal and agency regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to the PCM program including time frames and Tri-Valley’s agency mission.
• Assess the consumer’s physical and cognitive condition and resulting functional limitations to determine the consumer’s personal care assistance services.
• Determine the type and level of personal care assistance required by the potential participant according to state guidelines through face-to-face interviews.  Review fully with consumer.
• Provide timely and complete written documentation of evaluation requests.
• Refer consumers to appropriate medical providers or other community resources when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions/Qualifications:

• Licensed by the Massachusetts Division of Registration in Allied Health Professions and in good standing with the Division of Registration; and currently certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy and in good standing with the Board.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Communication Skills with consumers, physicians, family members, providers (telephone, email or in person, as needed).
• Communication Skills to include public speaking.
• Communication skills with funders, state and federal agencies, ASAPs.
• Communications skills with employees.
• Cultural competency and the ability to provide informed advocacy.
• Medical terminology.
• Written communication skills.
• Demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Meets deadlines in a timely fashion.
• Works independently.
• Motor vehicle.
• Valid Driver’s license; maintain minimum insurance liability on vehicle and complete motor vehicle driving record check.
• Maintain Confidentiality.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of PCA program and or MassHealth programs and community supports.
• Computer Acuity.
• Software Windows, Excel, Power Point, Dynamics, Outlook.
• Calculators.

Physical Demands:

• Computer access
• Ability to traverse homes, yards and stairways.
• Must be able to sit for periods of time at computer or while driving.

 Work Environment:

• Driving to consumers at their homes