A nonprofit organization in New York City is actively seeking a licensedOccupational Therapist (OT) to join their team at their schools in Queens. In this role, theOccupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for servicing school aged children with special needs in-person.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 inOccupational Therapy
- NYS Occupational Therapist (OT) license
Desired Skills:
- Experience in a Preschool setting
- Experience working with the Pediatric population
- Experience working with people dealing with Developmental Disabilities