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Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Overview
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title:
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Job Title:
Registered Therapist V Occupat
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
Occupational Therapy
Posting Number:
3672
Closing Date:
12/17/2025
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Healthcare Support
Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-27
Salary Range:
$8,800.00-$11,864.50
Shift:
Day
Additional Shift:
Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt
Facility Location:
Lufkin State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:
POLLOK
Job Location Address:
6844 N US HWY 69
Other Locations:
Lufkin
MOS Codes:
230X,42BX,42NX,42TX,65A,65B,68F,68L,HM,HN,HS,SEI12
Brief Job Description Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions)
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
[May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.]
Performs or oversees evaluation, treatment, clinical services and specialized modalities utilized in the treatment of individuals with multiple physical disabilities and serious medical conditions.
Plans, develops and implements complex physical nutritional management programs and treatment protocols to treat, improve, or maintain consumer's level of health and function.
Reviews and analyzes assessments, progress reports, incident reports, and medical consults and participates in quality assurance and quality enhancement activities related to provision of therapeutic services.
Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others.
Participates in IDT/ISP meetings to facilitate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Maintains open and regular communication with the other departments, IDTs and administration to ensure the transfer of needed information and continuity of services.
Responsible for documentation in IRIS.
Writes, reviews and analyzes assessments, progress reports, incident reports, and medical consults.
Oversees the planning, scheduling, and production of orthopedic equipment, the maintenance and repair programs, and designs and develops specifications for custom and adaptive equipment.
Oversees the coordination of the student internships' programs for both Universities.
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of the principles of clinical therapeutic evaluation and treatment and their application to the treatment of individuals with cognitive impairments and developmental disabilities.
Ability to evaluate, prescribe, and provide seating, mobility, positioning, orthotic or assistive devices.
Ability to impart general and specific information about HT, IDD, CP, anatomy, physiology, and treatment techniques to persons with varying levels or experience.
Ability to communicate effectively both in written form and verbally.
Ability to produce reports, progress notes and assessments utilizing computer technology.
Ability to work well with staff, foster the team process, and assume leadership role as indicated.
Skill in the use of rehabilitation and orthopedic equipment, materials, and tools and in the repair of rehabilitation therapy equipment.
Ability to perform assessments, develop programs, administer therapy programs, and to coordinate program activities.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
Must be a Licensed Therapist in Occupational Therapy
Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from an accredited college or university program with major course work in occupational therapy is preferred.
Experience in therapeutic rehabilitation work.
Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.
Experience with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) or therapeutic equipment preferred.
Additional Information
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans information provided; applicable military crosswalk guidance is available.
ADA Accommodations: HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility: Applicants may be required to pass background and other checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation on your first day of work.
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Functional Title:
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Job Title:
Registered Therapist V Occupat
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
Occupational Therapy
Posting Number:
3672
Closing Date:
12/17/2025
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Healthcare Support
Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-27
Salary Range:
$8,800.00-$11,864.50
Shift:
Day
Additional Shift:
Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt
Facility Location:
Lufkin State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:
POLLOK
Job Location Address:
6844 N US HWY 69
Other Locations:
Lufkin
MOS Codes:
230X,42BX,42NX,42TX,65A,65B,68F,68L,HM,HN,HS,SEI12
Brief Job Description Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions)
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
[May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.]
Performs or oversees evaluation, treatment, clinical services and specialized modalities utilized in the treatment of individuals with multiple physical disabilities and serious medical conditions.
Plans, develops and implements complex physical nutritional management programs and treatment protocols to treat, improve, or maintain consumer's level of health and function.
Reviews and analyzes assessments, progress reports, incident reports, and medical consults and participates in quality assurance and quality enhancement activities related to provision of therapeutic services.
Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others.
Participates in IDT/ISP meetings to facilitate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Maintains open and regular communication with the other departments, IDTs and administration to ensure the transfer of needed information and continuity of services.
Responsible for documentation in IRIS.
Writes, reviews and analyzes assessments, progress reports, incident reports, and medical consults.
Oversees the planning, scheduling, and production of orthopedic equipment, the maintenance and repair programs, and designs and develops specifications for custom and adaptive equipment.
Oversees the coordination of the student internships' programs for both Universities.
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of the principles of clinical therapeutic evaluation and treatment and their application to the treatment of individuals with cognitive impairments and developmental disabilities.
Ability to evaluate, prescribe, and provide seating, mobility, positioning, orthotic or assistive devices.
Ability to impart general and specific information about HT, IDD, CP, anatomy, physiology, and treatment techniques to persons with varying levels or experience.
Ability to communicate effectively both in written form and verbally.
Ability to produce reports, progress notes and assessments utilizing computer technology.
Ability to work well with staff, foster the team process, and assume leadership role as indicated.
Skill in the use of rehabilitation and orthopedic equipment, materials, and tools and in the repair of rehabilitation therapy equipment.
Ability to perform assessments, develop programs, administer therapy programs, and to coordinate program activities.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
Must be a Licensed Therapist in Occupational Therapy
Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from an accredited college or university program with major course work in occupational therapy is preferred.
Experience in therapeutic rehabilitation work.
Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.
Experience with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) or therapeutic equipment preferred.
Additional Information
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans information provided; applicable military crosswalk guidance is available.
ADA Accommodations: HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility: Applicants may be required to pass background and other checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation on your first day of work.
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