JOB SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist in the Health Connect Program will be responsible for providing preventive care and monitoring chronic health conditions for clients in a supportive housing environment. This role involves conducting health assessments, facilitating community and social integration, and connecting clients to appropriate resources. The ideal candidate will utilize a trauma-informed and person-centered approach to enhance the clients' ability to live independently while managing their mental health, substance use recovery, and preventive healthcare needs.

ESSENTIAL TASKS:

Conduct comprehensive health assessments for new and existing clients, focusing on their psychiatric, medical, and social needs. Monitor and support clients with chronic health conditions, ensuring they receive appropriate care and Develop and implement individualized care plans that promote independence and community Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including LCSWs, RNs, social workers, and peer specialists, to provide holistic care. Provide training and education to clients and staff on health-related topics, focusing on prevention and management of chronic conditions. Participate in the Clinical High-Risk Framework to assess and monitor clients' needs, identifying priority levels and ensuring timely interventions. Engage with clients to encourage program compliance and participation in health-promoting Liaise with external healthcare providers and community resources to enhance client care and Document all assessments, interventions, and progress in compliance with program guidelines and Teach and reinforce daily living skills (IADLs) such as home management, budgeting, meal preparation, and grocery shopping. Assist clients in developing routines that promote stability and independence Help clients access and navigate community resources, including public transportation, healthcare facilities, and social services. • Promote social engagement and community participation to enhance clients' support networks. Participate in the Clinical High-Risk Meetings weekly to assess and monitor clients' needs, identifying priority levels
and ensuring timely interventions based on Clinical High-Risk Framework. Review and monitor Client's progress.  Other assigned duties.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to manage multiple projects and check on the completion of assigned Excellent Microsoft Suites(i.e., word document, excel, and power point) Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and flexibility Proficient in computers and Electronic Health Record (EHR) Skilled at data management, evaluation, and improvement Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized care Monitor chronic health conditions and support symptom Teach independent living skills (home management, budgeting, meal prep). Facilitate community integration and access to Ensure home safety with cost-effective environmental Promote trauma-informed, person-centered Collaborate with multidisciplinary team Document client progress and interventions Provide client education and advocacy.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of New Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) and substance use Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and person-centered Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary Excellent communication and organizational Commitment to promoting independence and quality of life for individuals in a supported housing

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in supportive housing or community-based settings (i.e. scattered-site model). Knowledge of chronic disease management and preventive healthcare Familiarity with the New York State Office of Mental Health regulations and programs.