Occupational Therapist Supervisor

Company: VersiCare
Location: Troy
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Responsible for directing, overseeing and coordinating all activities in regard to providing home and/or community-based Occupational Therapy (OT) services to ExpertCare clients/recipients. Performing OT evaluations and providing occupational therapy to recipients as scheduled. The Occupational Therapy Supervisor works with all parties involved to ensure that OT services are provided that meets the medical need of the client, as prescribed by a physician, and authorized by a funding agency. The Occupational Therapy Supervisor ensures that all ExpertCare OTRs and OTAs are properly trained and receive appropriate supervision. The Occupational Therapy Supervisor spends at least 75% of their time in the field (maintaining a caseload of 30 recipients to average at least 25 visits per week); providing OT services and supervising OTA/COTA. The Occupational Therapy Supervisor works closely with the Therapy Services Manager; consulting on clinical best practices to ensure quality services. Essential Functions Therapy Services Performs therapy assessments of recipient functioning levels, plans short- and long-term goals toward improving/restoring independence and physical/cognitive functioning; implements developed treatment programs, approved by the attending physician. Participates in the development and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures per Medicaid and ExpertCare guidelines. Completes Medicare home modification & equipment justification evaluation and evaluations for guidelines and in-servicing group home staff. Staff Oversight Participates in recruiting to maintain appropriate staffing levels to provide occupational therapy services based upon recipient location and need. Trains occupational therapy staff on use of documentation, both electronic medical record and hard copy. Trains occupational therapy staff on protocol for documentation submission both to ExpertCare and the referring organization. Provides in-person and telephone supervisory oversight to Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA & COTA). Reviews all documentation submitted by OTA/COTA. Assists OTA/COTA in treatment plan implementation. Reviews all occupational therapy evaluations, progress notes and treatment plans submitted by Occupational Therapists. Suggests interventions, techniques or programs to aid in the recipients’ progress toward the goals indicated in the IPOS. Recipient Family Management Provides guidance and instruction to recipients/family members and ExpertCare staff of developed therapeutic, creative, and self-care procedures/activities ; explains adaptive, progressive approaches and compensatory strategies as appropriate. Recommend, organize, consults and write letters of medical necessity for recipient equipment as deemed clinically appropriate. Conducts functional, cognitive and sensory re-evaluations, as indicated, to assess the need for any revisions in the treatment plan. Instructs and familiarizes, as necessary, the recipient and pertinent family members with all other aspects of the total treatment program. Completes Family Training as appropriate with family members/natural supports to ensure maximum benefit and continuation of treatment to enhance daily living skills. Quality and Administrative Management Maintains adequate clinical documentation and progress notes. Submits all required paperwork in a timely manner according to ExpertCare policy. Periodically reports to the physician on the recipient’s treatment, response, and progress, and assists the physician in determining any necessary changes in the treatment program. Participates in annual Person-Centered Planning meetings and periodic status review meetings to provide insight and update on treatment planning and implementation. Provides consultation to and instructs other members of the recipients’ care team in the use of necessary equipment, techniques, modalities and basic activity programs, when needed, and as requested. Maintains and updates professional competency through in-service attendance and similar professional resources. Coordinates periodic training to ensure compliance and provide timely, pertinent therapy programs/techniques for all staff under his/her supervision. Ensures client eligibility for services through both CMH organization and funding source. Other Duties Represent ExpertCare in community and/or health care groups; locally and regionally. Promotes ExpertCare programs and services in community. Seeks opportunities to provide services to more individuals. Requirements: Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Trips to client/prospect locations require outdoor travel and potential exposure to unpleasant weather. (Must travel throughout Wayne & Macomb Counties) Must be able to meet the physical demands of providing therapy services, such as ambulating patients, transferring patients, assisting with exercises, etc. Must be able to transfer patients as needed according to proper techniques of body mechanics to promote patient and staff safety. QUALIFICATIONS Must be an OTR Must hold a license/registration issued by the State of Michigan in Occupational Therapy. Current CPR certification. Understanding of business practices and principles. Knowledge and Skills Must have understanding of general business and office terminology. Must have basic understanding of the MS Office Suite Products/Programs. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written). Must be able to compose routine correspondence and reports. Must maintain a valid state driver’s license. Must maintain valid auto insurance. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.

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