The Southwest Georgia Regional Commission (SWGRC) is seeking qualifications from Licensed Occupational Therapists (OTs) to provide professional assessment services under the HUD Older Adults Home Modification Program.
This federally funded initiative helps older adults age safely in place by providing home safety assessments and recommendations for modifications that reduce fall risks and improve accessibility for low-income seniors.
Scope of Services
The selected Occupational Therapist will be responsible for:
- Conducting in-home and follow-up assessments using Home for Life Design for eligible participants across the 14-county region.
- Identifying environmental hazards or barriers that affect mobility, safety, or independence.
- Recommending home modifications such as grab bars, ramps, improved lighting, non-slip flooring, and door widening.
- Collaborating with SWGRC program staff and local contractors to ensure proper implementation of recommendations.
- Conducting outreach to community organizations, agencies, and residents to promote program participation.
- Participating in Home for Life Design assessment training and monthly program meetings.
Qualifications
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Georgia.
- Experience conducting in-home assessments and recommending home modifications for older adults.
- Knowledge of aging-in-place principles, fall prevention, universal design, and assistive technologies.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel throughout the region and maintain reliable transportation.
- Collaborative approach when working with clients, contractors, and program staff.
Service Area
Assessments will be conducted in the following counties:
Baker, Calhoun, Colquitt, Decatur, Dougherty, Early, Grady, Lee, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole, Terrell, Thomas, and Worth.
Proposal Requirements
Interested applicants should submit:
- A cover letter summarizing interest and relevant experience.
- Resume.
- Copy of current Georgia OT license.
- Summary of prior experience with home modification or similar programs.
- Two professional references.
- Fee schedule or hourly rate.
- Proof of liability and worker’s compensation insurance.
Selection Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated on:
- Relevant qualifications and experience.
- Knowledge of home modification and aging-in-place strategies.
- Strength of professional references.
- Cost-effectiveness and availability.
- Geographic flexibility across the service area.
Submission Instructions
Submit materials via email to breddick@swgrc.org
or mail to:
Southwest Georgia Regional Commission
Attn: Barbara Reddick, Program Manager
181 East Broad Street, Camilla, Georgia 31730
For questions or additional information,
contact Barbara Reddick at (229) 522-3552 x102 or breddick@swgrc.org
We appreciate your interest in supporting older adults throughout Southwest Georgia and helping ensure their homes remain safe, comfortable, and accessible.
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