Occupational Therapist - 30 Hours

Kulanu Academy; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Kulanu Academy in Cedarhurst, NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic services to students, developing functional living skill goals and tracking progress. The role requires NY licensure, a Masters degree, and at least 3 years of experience, with the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

This is a part-time, hourly position based in Cedarhurst. Applicants must be registered and licensed in NY, and will work closely with school staff and families to support student needs and

Qualifications

• Must be registered and licensed in NY.
• Masters degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience preferred.
• Part-time role with hourly pay.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and goals for individual and small groups.
• Maintain and submit records and reports as required by law and school policy.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, and parents to support student progress.

Skills

Organized

Good communication

Effective writer

Team Player

Education

Masters

Job description

• Location 620 central ave, Cedarhurst, NY, 11516, United States
• Base Pay $90.00 - $100.00 / Hour
• Job Category Education, Related Services
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree Masters
• Minimum Experience 3 Years

An Occupational therapist will be providing therapeutic services directly to students by developing functional living skill goals, tracking student's progress, and communicating with parents.

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Provide comprehensive services for students with disabilities
• Develop and implement screening procedures following rules, regulations, and procedures to identify students who need corrective instruction.
• Use observation, conferences with staff and various assessment techniques to make evaluations.
• Plan and deliver treatment for students with deficiencies in individual and small group settings.
• Provide regular evaluation of students to determine effectiveness of services.
• Accurately produce all records and reports as required by law and regulation or by school.
• Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with administration, instructional staff, students and parents with the school and community.
• Adhere to the New York State rules and regulations, school’s policies and procedures and contractual obligations.
• Be able to lift a min. of 50 lbs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Organized
• Good communication skills
• Effective writer
• Team Player

Requirements

• 1-3 years experience in field preferred
• Must be registered and licensed in NY