Occupational Therapist Jobs in New Jersey

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.

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LMHT (Remote)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Therapist Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Remote Work

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

  • NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • NJ
  • 28 days ago

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Therapist Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Virtual)

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Therapist Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

LMHC (Remote)

  • NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • NJ
  • 28 days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Remote Work

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Virtual)

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

LMHC (Virtual)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Occupational Therapist

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist The Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist is forward-thinking who excels at assessing patients strengths and weaknesses and devising creative...

Mental Health Therapist

  • NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • NJ
  • 15 days ago

Job Title: Remote Mental Health Therapist (New Jersey) SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled...

NJ Facility Is Searching for a Traveling Occupational Therapist

  • Little Egg Harbor Twp, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Little Egg Harbor Twp, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Quick Facts: Monday through Friday day shift schedule 32 guaranteed weekly hours over 13 weeks 90% productivity standard required Skilled nursing facility setting Prior SNF experience preferred...

Occupational Therapist

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

#LI-MM1 Responsibilities Occupational Therapist Summary: Provide occupational therapy (OT) and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients...

Travel Occupational Therapist - Long Term Care/SNF - $1,940 per week

  • Little Falls, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Little Falls, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Little Egg Harbor Twp, New Jersey....

Travel Occupational Therapist

  • Egg Harbor City, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Egg Harbor City, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,835 per week KPG Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Little Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey....

Occupational Therapist

  • Woodstown, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Woodstown, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

. - Requires competency in occupational therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment. - Requires task delegation and supervision of occupational therapist assistants and technicians....

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Inpatient Acute Rehab

  • Little Egg Harbor, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Little Egg Harbor, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

$1,814.40 - $2,016.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Occupational Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Occupational Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists in New Jersey offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
Associate's Degree
9.2%
Doctorate Degree
8.9%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
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 New Jersey
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



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