Home Health Occupational Therapist (OTR)

Reliant Healthcare Group · Houston, TX Part Time
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Job Description

Home Health Occupational Therapist (OTR) On The Road Position | Pediatric Home Health At Reliant Healthcare Group, we believe every child has incredible potential waiting to be unlocked — and Occupational Therapists are at the heart of making that happen. We’re growing our pediatric home health team and looking for passionate OTs who love helping kids thrive in their daily lives. To support your work–life balance, our Intake Team thoughtfully builds caseloads near your home, minimizing drive time so you can spend more time doing what you love — helping children grow, develop, and succeed. Learn more about us → reliantpediatrictherapy.com Now Hiring In Cypress | Houston | Katy | Richmond | Sugar Land Compensation $60-$70/hr. | Full-time and part-time opportunities available What You’ll Do Assess, develop, and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans with measurable goals Engage pediatric patients with fun, age-appropriate activities to promote participation and progress Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to ensure consistent, high-quality care Document patient progress and maintain accurate records in compliance with agency standards Who We’re Looking For Active OTR certification and valid Texas state license Experience in pediatric therapy preferred (new grads with pediatric fieldwork experience encouraged to apply) A collaborative, energetic professional who thrives in a home-based setting Patient Population You’ll primarily work with children (ages 0–21) presenting with diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, cerebral palsy, and fine/gross motor challenges. Why Reliant? Caseloads built around where you live — less windshield time, more patient time Supportive, collaborative team environment with experienced clinical leadership Flexible scheduling to fit your life Ongoing professional development and continuing education support Benefits Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance | Health Savings Account (HSA) | 100% company-paid life insurance and AD&D | Optional short-term and long-term disability | Critical illness coverage | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Financial Security: 401(k) with company match | Employee Bonus Referral Program Physical Requirements Maintain various postures (kneeling, sitting, standing, squatting) for extended periods Walk and run for extended periods Transition independently from sitting to standing Utilize quick body movements as required by behavior intervention plans Lift a minimum of 25 pounds Transfer, position, and transport patients and adaptive equipment Read written communication via computer, electronic devices, and paper Perform data collection using electronic devices Join our team at Reliant Healthcare Group and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while growing professionally. If you are passionate about pediatric therapy and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply. This job description does not imply these are the only duties to be performed. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisors. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr
Houston Median $22,818/yr
Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr
vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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