Vocational Occupational Therapy (OT) Assessments
This is ideal for individuals in employment, or requiring adjustments to enable them to access work, in supported internships/internships.
Purpose:
- Interview: Work history, medical background, vocational goals
- Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE): Assesses physical abilities (e.g. strength, endurance)
- Sensory processing needs in relation to environments
- Cognitive & Psychological Assessment: Evaluates memory, attention, stress tolerance, etc.
- Work Simulation or Task Observation: Tests job-specific tasks in a simulated or real environment
- Environmental Assessment: Reviews physical/workplace conditions and needs
Key Components:
- Assess a person's ability to perform work-related tasks
Outcome:
- Detailed report with findings and recommendations – reasonable adjustments Used by employers, rehabilitation providers, or insurance companies
