General Responsibilities Leadership and Representation: The OT Lead is responsible for providing guidance, support, and representation for the OT department in their designated building. Coordination and Communication: The OT Leads are expected to relay directives from the OT Supervisor and Building Leader (Principal) to the OT/PT department. The OT leads are expected to provide effective inter and intra department communication by coordinating OT services to ensure consistency in practice and approach. Quality Assurance: The OT Leads will uphold and promote the highest standards of OT practice, ensuring services are delivered with excellence and integrity. They will maintain and enhance the quality of OT services provided, ensuring adherence to established standards, guidelines, and best practices. Current Literature and Best Practices: Stay updated with the latest research, literature, and best practices in occupational therapy. Share relevant findings and evidence-based practices with the team to ensure that the OT department utilizes current and effective methods. Model Treatment: Exemplify best practices in occupational therapy, setting a high standard of excellence for clinical care and professional conduct. Mentorship: The OT leads are expected to be experts in their chosen area of interest and provide mentorship to the department on that area. OT Leads are expected to be the point person for daily mentorship in their specific building gym to answer any questions by treating therapist that arise. Mentorship will be further executed by providing co-treatments with the treating therapist that report to them directly at least once a week. Specific Responsibilities OT/PT Gym Leader in Queens Team Management: Oversee the OT/PT team in the Queens gym, providing support and direction. Scheduling: Manage the scheduling of OT services and staff shifts within the Queens gym. Program Implementation: Ensure that OT programs and interventions are effectively implemented and aligned with overall goals. Facility Oversight: Maintain the operational readiness of the OT/PT facilities in Queens, ensuring that all equipment and resources are in good condition. 1. Annual Reviews (ARs): Record report due dates on tracker and notify treating therapist: 23-24 Remaining AR Tracker.xlsx () Update the tracker as ARs are completed Review and edit ARs, alert therapist to complete corrections Finalize completed report Submit completed reports to building specific principal Submit completed ARs 2. Progress Marks: Check all progress marks for completion and accuracy Record errors on the appropriate tracker and contact therapists for corrections Update tracker when corrections have been completed Ensure PMs are complete quarterly at due date provided by the building leader 3. Creating/ Maintaining Data Trackers: Maintain the following trackers in addition to the above report trackers o Makeup Session trackers o Weekly productivity tracker o Parent communication tracker 4. Supervision: All leads will hold meetings with their direct reporting therapists 2x a week (1 discussion meeting and 1 co-treat). 1. Purchase Orders: Monitor inventory and report to OT supervisor when we are low on supplies Create/manage wish list of items Determine necessity of items needed and create PO to send to OT supervisor and coordinating administration 2. Hiring: Send applicant demo details for four potential students (age, gender, current OT goals) Attend new hire interviews 3. Onboarding: Train new staff on OT department specific policies and procedures This includes a school tour, going over what a typical day looks like, using Fusion, using PowerSchool, Teams chats, and OT expectations. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NjfZMvqqLd8suJNaYoE5fgj" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapy Lead**

Join our team as an Occupational Therapy Lead, responsible for providing guidance, support, and representation for the OT department in your designated building. This role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and quality assurance in occupational therapy services.

**Job Description**

- Provide guidance and support for the OT department in the designated building.
- Relay directives from the OT Supervisor and Building Leader (Principal) to the OT/PT department.
- Ensure effective inter and intra-department communication by coordinating OT services for consistency in practice.
- Uphold and promote the highest standards of OT practice, ensuring services are delivered with excellence and integrity.
- Stay updated with the latest research, literature, and best practices in occupational therapy and share relevant findings with the team.
- Exemplify best practices in occupational therapy, setting a high standard for clinical care and professional conduct.
- Provide mentorship to the department in your area of expertise, including co-treatments with treating therapists at least once a week.

**Specific Responsibilities**

- Oversee the OT/PT team in the Queens gym, providing support and direction.
- Manage the scheduling of OT services and staff shifts within the Queens gym.
- Ensure effective implementation of OT programs and interventions aligned with overall goals.
- Maintain operational readiness of the OT/PT facilities in Queens, ensuring all equipment and resources are in good condition.

1. **Annual Reviews (ARs):**
   - Record report due dates on tracker and notify treating therapists.
   - Update the tracker as ARs are completed.
   - Review and edit ARs, alert therapists to complete corrections.
   - Finalize completed reports and submit them to the building-specific principal.

2. **Progress Marks:**
   - Check all progress marks for completion and accuracy.
   - Record errors on the appropriate tracker and contact therapists for corrections.
   - Ensure PMs are complete quarterly at due dates provided by the building leader.

3. **Creating/Maintaining Data Trackers:**
   - Maintain various trackers including Makeup Session trackers, Weekly productivity tracker, and Parent communication tracker.

4. **Supervision:**
   - Hold meetings with direct reporting therapists twice a week (one discussion meeting and one co-treat).

5. **Purchase Orders:**
   - Monitor inventory and report to the OT supervisor when supplies are low.
   - Create/manage a wish list of items needed.

6. **Hiring:**
   - Send applicant demo details for potential students and attend new hire interviews.

7. **Onboarding:**
   - Train new staff on OT department-specific policies and procedures, including a school tour and an overview of daily operations.

**Benefits**

- Health care plan (medical, dental & vision)
- Retirement plan (401k, IRA)
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid time off (vacation, sick & public holidays)
- Family leave (maternity, paternity)
- Short term & long term disability
- Training & development

Occupational Therapy Lead-3,500 sign-on bonus

$3,500 SIGN ON BONUS Job Purpose The Gersh Organization is dedicated to changing the lives of children on the autism spectrum. Our team of professionals is committed to providing opportunities, inspiration, and guidance for every child to reach their full potential, regardless of the challenges they face. Gersh Academy is seeking a smart and energetic Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy support to children ages 5-21. The Speech Pathologist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. Speech Pathologist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential, and the ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, and therapeutic intervention for students with disabilities. Speech Language Pathologist Duties and Responsibilities Speech and Language pathologists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities. They will provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP or IEP. Provide speech and language therapy/evaluations for language, auditory processing disorder, articulation, and voice fluency Work with children who have autism Utilize behavior management techniques Write evaluations and progress reports Consult and collaborate with parents, schoolteachers, and fellow colleagues In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs Please note all the above are the responsibilities of the role, however the role is not limited to only the above Requirements Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders TSSLD certification preferred PROMPT Experience preferred Speech Language Pathologist Working Conditions Location: Onsite at our school in Queens Monday - Friday / 8:00am - 4:30pm School/Classroom Setting Speech Language Pathologist Physical requirements Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and in some cases may need to implement CPI procedures Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and in some cases be able to lift a child Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xxL7uR1uYxmSTEhcNnFiGwo" width="0" height="0" />

**Speech and Language Pathologist**

The Gersh Organization is dedicated to changing the lives of children on the autism spectrum. Our team of professionals is committed to providing opportunities, inspiration, and guidance for every child to reach their full potential, regardless of the challenges they face.

Gersh Academy is seeking a smart and energetic Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy support to children ages 5-21. The Speech Pathologist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. The Speech Pathologist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential, and the ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, and therapeutic intervention for students with disabilities.

**Job Description**

- Promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities.
- Provide support to families and collaborate with other disciplines as needed to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP or IEP.
- Provide speech and language therapy/evaluations for language, auditory processing disorder, articulation, and voice fluency.
- Work with children who have autism.
- Utilize behavior management techniques.
- Write evaluations and progress reports.
- Consult and collaborate with parents, schoolteachers, and fellow colleagues.
- Maintain appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs in compliance with state and local requirements.

**Requirements**

- Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders.
- TSSLD certification preferred.
- PROMPT experience preferred.

**Working Conditions**

- Location: Onsite at our school in Queens.
- Monday - Friday / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
- School/Classroom setting.

**Physical Requirements**

- Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and in some cases may need to implement CPI procedures.
- Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and in some cases be able to lift a child.

**Benefits**

- Health care plan (medical, dental & vision).
- Retirement plan (401k, IRA).
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D).
- Paid time off (vacation, sick & public holidays).
- Family leave (maternity, paternity).
- Short term & long term disability.
- Training & development.

Speech Language Pathologist - 3,500 Dollar Sign-On Bonus

$3500 SIGN ON BONUS- APPLY TODAY! Gersh Autism, a leading provider of education, therapy, and independent living skills to individuals on the autism spectrum, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team. The Physical Therapist will work with students in the primary/secondary education industry to provide specialized treatment and services aimed at building strength, improving balance, and increasing activity levels. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Gersh Autism students and families. Responsibilities Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each student and work with the educational team to implement them effectively Utilize specialized knowledge and techniques to help students overcome physical limitations and achieve their potential Create and maintain a safe and positive therapeutic environment for students Collaborate with parents and families to ensure continuity of care and effective communication Work with other Gersh Autism staff to provide comprehensive and integrated services to students Continuously evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on student progress and feedback Stay up-to-date on the latest research and developments in the field of physical therapy as it relates to autism spectrum disorders Requirements MA/Doctorate's degree in Physical Therapy Active license to practice physical therapy in the state of New York At least 2 years of experience working as a physical therapist with individuals on the autism spectrum preferred. New Grads will be considered Strong knowledge of Sensory Processing and how to support regulation. Knowledge of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Comfort with and willingness to use technology and computer-based documentation systems. Benefits Continuing Education Stipend Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?gGkd25F89revBsy50qA%2fNAy" width="0" height="0" />

**Physical Therapist**

Gersh Autism, a leading provider of education, therapy, and independent living skills to individuals on the autism spectrum, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team. The Physical Therapist will work with students in the primary/secondary education industry to provide specialized treatment and services aimed at building strength, improving balance, and increasing activity levels. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Gersh Autism students and families.

**Job Description**

- Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each student and work with the educational team to implement them effectively
- Utilize specialized knowledge and techniques to help students overcome physical limitations and achieve their potential
- Create and maintain a safe and positive therapeutic environment for students
- Collaborate with parents and families to ensure continuity of care and effective communication
- Work with other Gersh Autism staff to provide comprehensive and integrated services to students
- Continuously evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on student progress and feedback
- Stay up-to-date on the latest research and developments in the field of physical therapy as it relates to autism spectrum disorders

**Requirements**

- MA/Doctorate's degree in Physical Therapy
- Active license to practice physical therapy in the state of New York
- At least 2 years of experience working as a physical therapist with individuals on the autism spectrum preferred. New grads will be considered
- Strong knowledge of sensory processing and how to support regulation. Knowledge of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Comfort with and willingness to use technology and computer-based documentation systems

**Benefits**

- Continuing education stipend
- Health care plan (medical, dental & vision)
- Retirement plan (401k, IRA)
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid time off (vacation, sick & public holidays)
- Family leave (maternity, paternity)
- Short term & long term disability
- Training & development

Physical Therapist - 3,500 sign-on bonus

The Gersh Organization is seeking a smart and energetic Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy support to children K-12. The Occupational Therapist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. The Occupational Therapist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential to ensuring the safety of students and protecting liability of the school system and the therapist. The ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning for students with disabilities. Requirements Must have successfully completed and graduated from an accredited occupational therapy professional program recognized by NBCOT and have completed all fieldwork requirements. Must possess State OTR/L Licensure in the state. One year of experience as an occupational therapist preferred, preferably in school system or other pediatric practice setting. Must have sensory knowledge. Experience working with children with disabilities is a plus. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?yqFseUf7CkeLwYWr00r78Az" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

The Gersh Organization is seeking a smart and energetic Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy support to children K-12. The Occupational Therapist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. The Occupational Therapist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential to ensuring the safety of students and protecting the liability of the school system and the therapist. The ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning for students with disabilities.

**Job Description**

- Provide occupational therapy support to children K-12
- Collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels
- Independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs
- Ensure the safety of students and protect the liability of the school system and the therapist

**Requirements**

- Must have successfully completed and graduated from an accredited occupational therapy professional program recognized by NBCOT and have completed all fieldwork requirements
- Must possess State OTR/L Licensure in the state
- One year of experience as an occupational therapist preferred, preferably in a school system or other pediatric practice setting
- Must have sensory knowledge
- Experience working with children with disabilities is a plus
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

**Benefits**

- Health care plan (medical, dental & vision)
- Retirement plan (401k, IRA)
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid time off (vacation, sick & public holidays)
- Family leave (maternity, paternity)
- Short term & long term disability
- Training & development

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