Valid New York State Occupational Therapist license
Master’s Degree from an accredited program
New Graduates with pediatric experience will be considered
Special needs: 1 year (Required)
NYS Occupational Therapy License (Required)
In addition to the preschool curriculum, children receive center-based physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy
The OT is responsible for the remediation of children with a wide range of disabilities/delays
Areas addressed include fine motor, gross motor, visual-perceptual and self-help skills
The OT will utilize a variety of strategies including sensory integration and adaptive techniques to help students reach their maximum potential
The OT contributes goals to the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) and will work on these target objectives throughout the school year
The OT will provide quality individual and group sessions in person while working at our center-based program (no traveling required)
The OT will provide and direct occupational therapy services to students as per their IEP mandates
The OT will develop treatment plans to achieve identified goals
The OT will adhere to applicable principles and practices of occupational therapy, NBCOT policies/procedures, and state regulations
The OT will work collaboratively with SLPs, PT’s, school psychologists, behavioral team, and classroom staff as needed to provide positive treatment outcomes
The OT will work effectively with parents, teaching staff and other professionals directly involved in the care and treatment of the child to develop and monitor IEP services
The OT will complete all necessary paperwork accurately and timely (e.g., daily session notes, quarterly progress reports, annual reviews, etc.)
The OT will participate in meetings and consultations with education staff and the multidisciplinary team concerning the needs of each child as related to his/her mandated services and progress updates
