Sensory Technician – Livingston, NJ

Join our Occupational Therapy Department and become part of a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for adult clients. The Sensory Technician plays an essential role in supporting therapeutic services by engaging clients in structured group sessions, swing-based activities, and individualized interventions. This position works collaboratively with occupational therapists to implement treatment plans, promote participation, and support regulation, independence, and overall well-being.

• Assist with client use of sensory modalities as directed by licensed clinical staff; facilitates set up and clean up, supervision of client use of modalities and corresponding documentation.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with direct patient care preferred (on the job training provided)
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Completion of specific procedural skills competency
• Effective communication skills to interact and exchange information with clients and staff.
• Required to participate in random quarterly state mandated drug test and drug screening for cause.
• All employees are required to complete criminal background, central registry, CAIR and drug testing prior to employment

• Coordinate and escort clients to designated sensory therapy areas according to the established schedule; implement therapist-directed sensory diet protocols and ensure timely transport to subsequent sessions.
• Perform post-treatment procedures, including assisting with client transfers, returning equipment to designated locations, and disinfecting mats and therapy equipment.
• Observe and support client performance during treatment sessions and promptly report any changes in status, tolerance, or behavior to the supervising therapist.
• Accurately complete documentation logs related to client modality use, behavioral responses to treatment, and equipment functionality.
• Assist clients with independent exercise programs during the day program, including restorative ambulation and cardiovascular activities, under the direction and supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Actively engage with clients and implement therapeutic strategies as instructed by the supervising therapist to support treatment goals.
• Provide timely and objective feedback to therapists regarding client participation, performance, and response to therapeutic activities.
• Supervise clients during treatment hours to ensure safety and compliance with therapeutic guidelines.
• Support inventory management and routine maintenance of therapy equipment and supplies.
• Promptly report malfunctioning equipment, safety concerns, or potential hazards to the supervisor
• Attend all required staff meetings, trainings, and scheduled employee functions.
• Assist in the daily implementation of Sensory Circuit groups across all program rooms in accordance with assigned schedules, ensuring consistency, engagement, and adherence to established protocols.
• Safely transfer clients into sensory swings in accordance with individualized swing profiles established by the Occupational Therapy Department, ensuring proper positioning, safety, and therapeutic effectiveness.

• Exerting 50 to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

• Full-time

• $19.50-$20.00/hour

• Universal Institute offers a comprehensive employee benefit package including health, dental, vision, 401(K) savings plan, personal and sick days, vacation, and holidays. These benefits are available to all regular, full-time employees.

• Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO Universal Rehabilitation and Fitness Institute Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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