Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student- Level I

• Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.
• Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.
• As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
• Why choose frontier behavioral health?
• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
• Frontier Behavioral Health (FBH) offers Level I fieldwork placements for students enrolled in entry-level occupational therapy (OT) and occupational therapy assistant (OTA) programs.
• This is often a student’s first experience in a clinical setting, so the fieldwork experience is focused around three core elements: an introduction to FBH and community mental health as a setting for the practice of OT; activities that help students learn the application of their coursework in a practice setting; and exploration of the student’s professional goals and aspirations.
• Level I fieldwork placements typically run 16 to 40 hours, depending on the requirements of the student’s OT or OTA program.
• During this fieldwork placement, you may do the following: Observe evidence-based practice in OT sessions Learn about occupation-based assessments and interventions utilized in the behavioral and mental health setting Practice professional interaction with clients receiving OT services Shadow FBH staff in programs other than occupational therapy, including shadowing licensed clinicians in individual and group counseling sessions Engage in self-reflection on the experience as a first step in professional growth and career development.
• Requirements for Level I OT and OTA fieldwork student applicants: Simultaneous enrollment in an entry-level OT or OTA program that has signed an affiliation agreement with FBH Completed online application for Level I OT or OTA fieldwork placement at FBH Successful completion of a background check and TB test Attendance at in-person orientation.
• All OT and OTA fieldwork placements at FBH are unpaid.
• Additionally, OT and OTA fieldwork students at Frontier Behavioral Health are not eligible for benefits or a sign-on bonus.
• Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
• WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE: Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

Benefits

www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match. Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire. PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks Signing Bonus! No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure. Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs. Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position. Free Employee Assistance Program Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane! Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus. APPLICANT ACCOMMODATIONS: To request accommodation with our application process, please contact Human Resources at 509-458-7461. Job seekers may also obtain assistance, including auxiliary accommodations/ aids, by calling WorkSource Spokane at 509-532-3120. OUR EEO POLICY It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate and that ; a) has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance, or c) otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment opportunities. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group.