Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student - Level II

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.  Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.  As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.  If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

Frontier Behavioral Health (FBH) offers Level II fieldwork placements for students enrolled in entry-level occupational therapy (OT) and occupational therapy assistant (OTA) programs. As a comprehensive community behavioral healthcare center, FBH offers OT and OTA fieldwork students the opportunity to learn about and practice providing OT services in a mental health setting. Level II fieldwork students are placed in the OT department, but they are also exposed to the broad variety of community behavioral healthcare services at FBH. As an agency that employs trauma-informed care, the recovery model, and client-centered practice, the OT and OTA fieldwork experience at FBH immerses the student in cutting edge models of practice, making the graduate well-suited for employment in a variety of settings.

During this fieldwork placement, you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Observe evidence-based practice in OT sessions

• Administer OT assessments

• Implement occupation-based interventions

• Develop a clinical caseload of clients receiving OT services

• Learn collaborative documentation methods

• Develop skills for professional practice, including therapeutic use of self

• Participate in staff meetings and clinical case staffings

• Shadow staff in programs other than OT

• Receive direct supervision from a licensed OT.

Requirements for Level II OT and OTA fieldwork student applicants:

• Simultaneous enrollment in an entry-level OT or OTA program that has signed an affiliation agreement with FBH.

• Completed online application for Level II OT or OTA fieldwork placement at FBH.

• Interview in-person with a licensed OT.

• Successful completion of a background check.

• Attend In-Person Orientation.

All OT and OTA fieldwork placements at FBH are unpaid. Additionally, OT and OTA fieldwork students at Frontier Behavioral Health are not eligible for benefits or a sign-on bonus.

Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

​WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits 

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks 

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.