Therapist / Occupational Therapy

A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensedOccupational Therapist (OT) to join their team andwork across their network in all 5 boroughs. In this role, the Occupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for servicing school-aged children with special needs in-person. Part-time and full-time opportunities are available.

New graduates with a strong interest in pediatrics will be considered for this position.

Responsibilities:

TheOccupational Therapist (OT) will:
•  Provide screening and therapy services as assigned
•  Keep records, including daily session notes, quarterlies, and annual progress reports
•  Provide consultation on issues involving effective motor development to teaching staff and other appropriate personnel and programs.
•  Conference regularly with parents regarding treatment and equipment needs of their children.
•  Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to develop appropriate treatment plans for assigned children.
•  Adapt and adjust therapeutic equipment to meet the needs of the children.
•  Perform other assigned duties, as needed Qualifications:
•  Bachelor's Degree
•  NYS Occupational Therapist (OT) license Desired Skills:
•  Experience working with the Pediatric population
•  Previous experience in a Preschool setting
•  Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities