Occupational Therapist Jobs in Connecticut

Occupational Therapists (OTs) play a pivotal role in the therapy industry by helping individuals across all ages to participate in the activities and tasks they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday tasks (occupations). These professionals work with people who have physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities, and they develop individualized plans to improve their clients' ability to perform daily activities, prevent or minimize disability, and promote overall health and wellness. OTs may work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, clients' homes, or in corporate wellness programs.

Prior to becoming an Occupational Therapist, individuals may serve in roles such as a Rehab Aide, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or even a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Aide to gain relevant experience in the field. To become a successful OT, one should possess excellent interpersonal skills, physical stamina, patience, and creativity. They should also possess strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to assess patients' needs and create appropriate treatment plans. They must have a master's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and pass a national certification examination to become a certified Occupational Therapist. Some states may also require additional licensing.

1-15 of 128 Jobs

Occupational Therapist

  • Danbury, CT
  • 2 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 2 hours ago

Be the Occupational Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be Your impactful journey involves: Providing direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy....

Remote Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)

  • New Canaan, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • New Canaan, CT
  • 14 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

Remote Work

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Remote

  • Danbury, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 14 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

Remote Work

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Remote

  • Bristol, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Bristol, CT
  • 14 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

Remote Work

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Remote

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 14 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

Remote Work

Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) - Full-time Days

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 day ago

Summary: Provide quality occupational therapy evaluation, treatment and documentation for all rehabilitation clients....

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Outpatient Rehab (Per Diem)

  • West Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago

The Occupational Therapist (OT) delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical supervision for Occupational Therapist students, Rehabilitation Aides and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants....

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Mobile Outpatient

  • Newington, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Newington, CT
  • 1 day ago

The Occupational Therapist organizes and conducts occupational therapy programs for the agency to facilitate rehabilitation....

Occupational Therapist

  • Quaker Hill, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Quaker Hill, CT
  • 1 day ago

Therapy from an accredited college or university Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in this state....

Occupational Therapist

  • Mystic, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Mystic, CT
  • 1 day ago

We are currently hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Come join our team!...

Licensed Occupational Therapist, Per Diem

  • Watertown, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Watertown, CT
  • 2 days ago

Occupational Therapists provide care to patients based on the application of scientific occupational therapy principles....

Occupational Therapist

  • Torrington, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrington, CT
  • 2 days ago

certified Occupational Therapist to join our district's special education team....

Occupational Therapist

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution....

Occupational Therapist Mobile Outpatient therapy

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 2 days ago

in Occupational Therapy. * The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice....

Occupational Therapist Needed

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 4 days ago

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract Soliant has an opening for a contracted Occupational Therapist in the Cromwell, CT area. This position is for 12-16 for Mat. Leave....

Demographic Data for Connecticut

Moving to Connecticut? Find some basic demographic data about Connecticut below.


Local
National
3,605,944
87,557

Occupational Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireTherapy curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Leadership Skills Development for Occupational Therapists
The Leadership Skills Development MOOC for Occupational Therapists will support course participants to gain insights into their leadership potential, values and preferences. Together we will...
Occupational Safety and Health Hazards
No workplace is free from risk. Whether physical or psychosocial, occupational hazards are a concern for every workplace. This two-week course from Universiti Malaya will give you an introduction...
Understanding Behaviour Management by Occupational Therapist
Behaviour is how someone acts. It is what a person does to make something happen, to make something change or to keep things the same.Behaviour is a response to things that are...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTherapy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Occupational Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists in Connecticut offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
Associate's Degree
9.2%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Occupational Therapists in Connecticut
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



Occupational Therapist Related Career Advice Articles

physical therapist with a pediatric patient
What Employers Look for When Hiring for Therapist Jobs

Ready to launch your career in professional therapy? Find out what you can do to stand out to employers and get one step closer to becoming a therapist.

Read article »
Which physical therapy career path is right for you?
Which Physical Therapy Career Path is Right for You?

Just beginning your physical therapist career? Learn about the different types of physical therapy and choose the right physical therapy career path for you.

Read article »
How to become a physical therapist
How to Become a Physical Therapist

Wondering how to become a physical therapist? Use this guide to learn about what physical therapists do, how long it takes to be a physical therapist, and even the average physical therapist salary.

Read article »