Occupational Therapist

The Bachrach Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bachrach Group in New York, NY is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to support students' participation in the educational environment by addressing fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, visual-motor integration, and other functional skills.

The OT works collaboratively with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to help students achieve their academic and developmental goals in compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students to identify OT needs related to school performance.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP or 504 goals.
• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services in individual and group settings.
• Support students with fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory regulation, self-care, and adaptive functioning.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, progress reviews, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.
• Educate school staff and families on strategies to support student independence and participation.
• Adhere to ethical standards and best practices in school-based occupational therapy.

Education

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

New York , New York Permanent Jan 26, 2026

Salary

$90,000

Position Summary

The School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) supports students’ ability to participate fully in their educational environment by addressing fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, visual-motor integration, and other functional skills. The OT works collaboratively with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to help students achieve their academic and developmental goals in compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate students to identify occupational therapy needs related to school performance
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP or 504 goals
• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services in individual and group settings
• Support students with fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory regulation, self-care, and adaptive functioning
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families
• Participate in IEP meetings, progress reviews, and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and compliance with district, state, and federal regulations
• Educate school staff and families on strategies to support student independence and participation
• Adhere to ethical standards and best practices in school-based occupational therapy

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

NY Headquarters

1430 Broadway, 13th Floor
New York, New York 10018