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Occupational Therapist (OT)

A nonprofit organization in New York City is actively seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to join their team at their schools in Queens. In this role, the Occupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for servicing school-aged children with special needs in person.

Job Description

• 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational 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