Occupational Therapist

Summary

The Life Skills and Transition Center (LSTC) is a state-operated, comprehensive support agency serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Grafton. LSTC serves as a crisis and stabilization center, as well as a safety net for people whose needs exceed community resources. Accredited by The Council since 1989, the center received a three-year Quality Assurances Accreditation in January of 2024.

Residing at LSTC offers access to an array of support services. From medical care and physical/occupational therapy to job skill training through our Dakota East programs, we offer comprehensive services tailored to individual needs. Our priority is to keep stays brief, and we expedite the development transition plans to facilitate prompt return to their homes or integration into the community of their choice.

Vision: Support people to be viable members of their communities by providing specialized services when their needs exceed community resources.

Job Description

As an Occupational Therapist you will be required to provide evaluation and treatment as licensure allows to people with developmental disabilities in order to promote functional skills in the areas of work, leisure, and self-care. Our team helps process sensory information like sound, vision, touch, smell, and body awareness. We try regulating emotions to prevent outbursts and support transitions in their daily routine. In a standard visit our therapists work with individuals to improve fine motor skills to make it easier for them to do daily living activities. This can include adding adaptive equipment to function earlier. We use a creative approach to make each therapy session fun, engaging and tailored to each individual. We care about your loved one and will celebrate each new milestone, big or small, right alongside your family.