OT $40-$45 hour | Bronx, NY

New York, NY
Procare Schools - OT Contract 790 days ago Apply

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) 

ProCare Therapy staffing is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for this upcoming 2024/25 school year working with a supportive district in Bronx, NY. As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in promoting students' independence, functional skills, and overall well-being. Your expertise will help students overcome challenges and participate fully in educational activities.

Job Description:

  • Full-Time (30 hours/week)
  • Onsite, Monday-Friday
  • One campus location - No travel required
  • 2024/25, renewal opportunities
  • $40-$45 hour
  • Small caseload
  • Readiness program : PreK 3-5 year old students
  • More details during onsite interview

    Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assessments to evaluate students' fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, self-care abilities, and other areas related to occupational performance.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans and goals based on assessment findings, IEP objectives, and input from parents, teachers, and other team members.
  • Provide direct occupational therapy services to students, including therapeutic exercises, sensory integration activities, adaptive equipment training, and environmental modifications.
  • Collaborate with teachers, speech therapists, physical therapists, and other professionals to integrate occupational therapy goals into students' educational plans and activities.
  • Monitor and document student progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and communicate findings and recommendations to the IEP team and parents.

    Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
  • Active New York Occupational Therapy license 
  • Experience working with children or adolescents in a school-based or pediatric setting is preferred.
  • Background Check
  • Security Clearance Fingerprinting – NYC DOE and DOI
  • NYS OT Certification
  • Annual Medical, Vaccines up to date, TB testing
  • 3 References (After - Interview/Offer)

    Benefits:

  • Weekly competitive compensation (W-2)
  • 401k matching
  • Insurance offered: Health, Optical and Dental

    If you wish to be immediately considered, please email me an updated copy of your resume to Sarah Blaylock at [email protected] or 904-425-1926. Once received, I will be in contact with you to get your availability for an interview with the school district.

    Sarah Blaylock
    Senior Account Executive
     

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