School Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Details

Preschools - Brooklyn NY

Full-Time

Masters Degree or Equivalent

$85000.00 - $95000.00 Salary

Up to 25%

Day

Description

Join our mission to help young children grow learn and thrive! Were seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our Preschool Special Education team supporting children ages 35 as they develop vital fine motor sensory processing and self-help skills for school readiness and independence.

As part of a caring multidisciplinary team youll use creative play-based therapy to help each child build confidence and success in the classroom and beyond.

What Youll Do

Conduct evaluations to assess fine motor sensory-motor and self-care skills.

Develop and implement individual and group therapy sessions aligned with IEP goals.

Incorporate sensory integration and adaptive strategies to promote participation and self-regulation.

Collaborate with teachers families and support staff to integrate therapy techniques into daily routines.

Document progress participate in IEP meetings and ensure compliance with program standards.

Qualifications

What Were Looking For

Masters degree in Occupational Therapy

Valid NYS license and NBCOT certification

Experience with preschool or pediatric populations preferred

Strong knowledge of sensory integration and play-based interventions

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit stand walk and move between classrooms throughout the day

May need to bend stoop lift or push wheelchairs when assisting children

Use hands for therapeutic tools and activities

Occasionally perform physical intervention techniques to support children safely

Vision requirements include close and distance vision with the ability to maintain focus

Why Youll Love It Here

Collaborative mission-driven team

Opportunities for creativity and professional growth

Rewarding work that makes a lasting impact

Help shape brighter futures apply today!

Benefits

At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time / part-time status. You canexpect :

• Rewarding Work in a team environment.
• Paid vacation sick personal days and holidays.
• 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Health dental vision and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account (Dependent Care Medical Parking and Transit).
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Wellhub Discount
• Verizon Wireless Discount.
• BJs Membership discount.
• Discounts on Broadway tickets movie tickets theme parks sporting events gift certificates & more

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process please reach out to .

About Heartshare

Who WE ARE :

For over 150 years Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated.

To learn more about HeartShare please visit our website at or Follow us on TwitterLinkedIn YouTubeInstagramFacebook

HeartShare Human Services of New York Homepage

HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 85000 - 95000