Occupational Therapist (OT)

Colonial Group; Hauppauge, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Mentoring

CEU access

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Liberty POST is seeking Pediatric Occupational Therapists for fee-for-service positions in Nassau County School Districts, with an immediate caseload in Port Washington. You will provide direct therapy, school-based services, and family education through child-directed play.

Candidates must be NY-licensed OTs with at least two years of experience; a valid driver’s license and knowledge of NY OT regulations are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in New York state required.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of car insurance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor and track child progress and adjust treatment plans using EMR.
• Conduct occupational therapy sessions for children with various diagnoses.
• Provide school-based services.
• Maintain confidentiality of child records and documentation.
• Follow all NYS laws and regulations pertaining to OT and Early Intervention.

Skills

Licensed OT NY

Two years experience

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in OT

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Liberty POST is currently seeking motivated and energetic Pediatric Occupational Therapists for fee for service positions in Nassau County School Districts. Immediate caseload available in Port Washington.

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994. Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY and has grown to provide a range of services throughout New York State and Indiana. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly using our Electronic Medical Record system
• Conduct Occupational Therapy sessions for children with various diagnoses
• Provide school-based services
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the State of New York required.
• Knowledge of New York State laws/regulations in regard to Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children is preferred.
• A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits for this position

• Health Benefits and Retirement packages available based on size of caseload
• Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws
• Mentoring is offered to all providers
• Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE
• Flexible scheduling
• Work with a team of professionals that care about making a difference
• Payment is biweekly with direct deposit

Job Type

Per Diem

Starting Pay

30-minute rates: $36.00

Liberty POST is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.