Occupational Therapist

Shrub Oak International School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduced Cost Meals

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Generous Paid time off (PTO)

401k with company match

Tuition/Professional development assistance

Job summary

Shrub Oak International School is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop and implement evidence-based individualized treatment plans for students with complex needs. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support student independence and functional outcomes.

Candidates should hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and have a passion for helping students with autism. The position offers benefits including health insurance and professional development assistance, with a compensation range of $85,000-$116,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with the autism population and ensuring well-being of students.
• Experience supporting students with complex developmental, sensory, and functional needs.
• Ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to evaluate students’ functional and daily living skills.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teams to support coordinated student care.

Skills

Working with autism population

Conducting functional assessments

Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

Crisis response and behavioral support

Strong written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Current New York State Occupational Therapist license

Job description

Position Details

Position: Occupational Therapist
Compensation: $85,000-$116,000 annually
Dept: Pines
Type: Exempt
Reports To: Clinical Director
Location: On Site

Benefits

• Reduced Cost Meals every shift on site (All)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) (All)
• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, supplemental and pet insurance (FT)
• Flexible spending account (FSA) (FT)
• Generous Paid time off (PTO) (FT & PT)
• 401k w/company match (FT)
• Tuition/Professional development assistance (FT)

Who You Are

• You have a passion for working with the autism population and ensuring the safety and well‑being of students and staff.
• You are a licensed occupational therapist with experience supporting students with complex developmental, sensory, and functional needs.
• You are skilled in conducting functional assessments and translating findings into individualized, goal‑oriented treatment plans.
• You utilize student‑centered, strength‑based, and evidence‑based occupational therapy approaches to support independence and daily functioning.
• You are comfortable integrating therapeutic interventions across academic, residential, and campus life environments.
• You collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including clinicians, educators, residential staff, and families, to support coordinated care.
• You remain calm, analytical, and solutions‑focused when responding to challenging behaviors or crisis situations.
• You demonstrate strong judgment, professionalism, and discretion when working with confidential student information.
• You are adaptable and able to manage responsibilities in a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment.
• You get the job done and are capable of strategic thinking while simultaneously rolling up your sleeves to support students and staff.
• You have strong written communication skills, specifically involving documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and informal occupational therapy assessments to evaluate students’ functional, sensory, and daily living skills.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans and interventions aligned with student goals.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services using evidence‑based and student‑centered approaches.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and holistic student support across academic and residential environments.
• Communicate regularly with students, families, and caregivers regarding progress, development, and clinical needs.
• Provide consultation and guidance to staff to support student independence, skill acquisition, and functional outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation, evaluations, and reports in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Support students in developing life skills, self‑regulation, and functional independence across settings.
• Participate in clinical initiatives, professional development, and campus programming to advance best practices.
• Remain current with advancements in occupational therapy and related clinical fields.
• Assist with additional programs, events, and services as needed.

Position Requirements

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist license (OT‑R or OT‑D) in good professional standing required.
• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities preferred; school or residential experience a plus.
• Experience managing challenging behaviors and supporting crisis intervention is required.
• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy assessment, treatment planning, and intervention strategies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including clinical documentation and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle high‑acuity behavioral situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required training.
• Physical requirements: must be able to ambulate around the campus, including hills, stairs, grass, and gravel; must be able to bend, stretch, sit, stand, crouch or kneel for sustained periods if implementing a hold.
• Student‑facing requirements: must be able to react and move quickly during student crisis, run across the campus to monitor an eloping student, and pass TCIS (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training for Schools).
• Special accommodations can be requested but will only be approved if they do not impact the ability to perform the essential functions or put the employee or others at risk of harm.

Competencies

Clinical

• Occupational therapy assessment and intervention
• Sensory integration and functional skill development
• Treatment planning and goal setting
• Data collection and progress monitoring
• Crisis response and behavioral support
• CPR
• First Aid

Behavioral

• Student‑centered and strength‑based approach
• Emotional regulation support and modeling
• De‑escalation and crisis management
• Relationship building with students and families
• Adaptability in dynamic environments
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training for Schools (TCIS)

Collaboration & Communication

• Interdisciplinary teamwork
• Family and caregiver communication
• Staff consultation and training
• Professional documentation and reporting

Safety & Compliance

• Confidentiality and ethical practice
• Adherence to clinical and regulatory standards
• TCIS and safety protocol implementation
• Accurate and timely documentation
• Mandated Reporter Training

EEO Statement

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation can be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essential functions of their job. Requests may be approved if the position, department, school, or students will not be adversely affected. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.