OT Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$57-$60/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Make a Difference Every Day as an Occupational Therapist (OT)
Join our team and provide compassionate care to individuals in their homes!
Your Next Career Chapter Starts Here!
Are you struggling to find a company that truly sees your worth—one that treats you with compassion, recognizes your hard work, and opens doors to new opportunities?
Are you passionate about helping people? If so, this may be the right position for you!
At Priority Group Services, we believe that when our team members thrive, our communities thrive. That’s why we’re not just offering you a job—we’re inviting you to join a mission.
About Us
Priority Group Services offers top-tier staffing solutions for both medical and non-medical positions. Our comprehensive services ensure your needs are met with professionalism and efficiency.
What WE Do
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Personal Care & Transition Care
- Companionship
- Clinical Support
- Light Housekeeping
- Care Management
- Homecare
- DDD Services
Our Vision
To be the premier provider of essential services in New Jersey—known for compassionate care, reliable staffing, and solutions that enrich lives and strengthen communities.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At Priority Group Services, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a family that values integrity, excellence, and compassion. We recognize your hard work, support your career growth, and offer opportunities to expand your skills while serving your community.
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist provides skilled therapy services to individuals with physical, developmental, or emotional challenges. The goal is to help patients achieve or regain independence in daily living, work, and self-care activities through therapeutic techniques and adaptive equipment recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients’ physical and functional abilities through clinical observations, interviews, and assessments.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs and goals.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients’ motor skills, coordination, and ability to perform daily tasks.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and adaptive strategies for home and community environments.
- Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Document evaluations, treatment progress, and patient outcomes in compliance with state and agency regulations.
- Recommend and assist in the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices, safety standards, and state/federal regulations.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (required).
- Licensure: Current and valid New Jersey Occupational Therapy License.
- Experience: At least 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred (new graduates welcome).
- Certifications: BLS/CPR certification (required).
- Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and patient interaction skills.
Why Choose Priority Group Services?
- Flexible scheduling options – Work when it suits you best.
- Rewarding work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need.
- Supportive team environment – Work with a collaborative, caring staff.
- Opportunities for growth – Gain valuable experience and build your career.
- Inclusive and welcoming culture – Be part of a community that values and supports you.
If this is something you're interested in, APPLY NOW!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please visit our website at: prioritygroupsnj.org. Applicants may also submit their résumé to ddd@prioritygroupsnj.org
Job Title: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: In-Person
Pay Rate: $55.00 - $60.00 per diem
Shift Coverage: Daytime Shift
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In New Jersey, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (201 salary observations; 463 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,588 salary observations; 25,229 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 33% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates OT Occupational Therapist at Priority Group Services a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,285 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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