Occupational Therapist

Job description :

Occupational Therapist (OT)

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Compensation : $70K-$78K per year

Job Type : Full Time. Monday - Friday. Day shift.

Our client, a school dedicated to supporting children with disabilities, is seeking a Occupational Therapist (OT) for their Queens, NY location.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Review IEPs and implement targeted goals.

Prepare quarterly and annual reports, including IEP updates.

Assess student needs and develop individualized implementation plans.

Strengthen fine motor skills through targeted interventions.

Differentiate instruction to meet each students unique needs.

Design plans and utilize equipment to support daily living skills.

Improve visual, auditory, sensory, and perceptual functioning.

Benefits :

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401K plan

Life Insurance

PTO (sick and vacation time)

Tuition Reimbursement

On a school schedule - 6 weeks summer and administration days

Staff discounted daycare for 2.0-5.0 children

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

VTL / STD / LTD (Short / long term disability)

MAT leave (Maternity leave)

Qualifications : Job Requirements :

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Valid New York state licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT)

Pediatric experience preferred, but not required.

Why is This a Great Opportunity :

This organization, established in the mid-1980s, provides special education and integrated therapeutic preschool programs for children ages 3 to 5, with some services extending to infants and toddlers. It offers a supportive, nurturing environment that emphasizes whole-child development, featuring multilingual staff and bilingual programs to meet the needs of a diverse student population. Its mission is to foster learning, independence, and positive self-concept in children through a balance of teacher-directed and hands-on activities, supported by public education funding.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 70000

Salary Max : $ 78000

Currency Type : USD