Volunteers of America·Durham, North Carolina
Conduct initial and periodic comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for participants to develop and coordinate individual plans of care. Provide acute, restorative, and maintenance level treatments while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure 24-hour care delivery.
Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join The Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE as a Occupational Therapist in Durham, NC.
This is more than a job!
It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting.
As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive.
If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.
Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
What You Bring (Requirements)
Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum.
Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered or certified if applicable to practice in the state
A minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and have means of transportation.
A minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Conducts an in-person initial comprehensive occupational therapy assessment on all participants upon enrollment and coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team on a Plan of Care for each participant.
Conducts an in-person re-assessment minimally every six (6) months or as needed.
Provides evaluation/treatment on acute, restorative and maintenance levels to participants.
Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
About Us Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs. Situated in Durham, this location blends Southern charm with a growing, innovative community. With access to green spaces, a lively downtown, and part of the renowned Research Triangle alongside Raleigh and Chapel Hill, the area offers a dynamic and well-rounded lifestyle.
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
Must be a graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum with a valid state license and a driver's license. A minimum of one year of experience working with frail or elderly populations is required.
Market context
Occupational Therapist positions in North Carolina are often tied to schools, pediatric services, and rehabilitation settings, so demand can be steady for candidates with a valid NC license and a master’s degree. These roles can be competitive when employers prefer pediatric experience and offer benefits such as health, dental, vision, PTO, and a 401(k). Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your license status and highlight any pediatric experience in your application.