Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Early Intervention

Medstaff Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 198,000 - 204,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible contract schedule

Neighborhood opportunities

Care-team coordination

Professional supervision

Job summary

Medstaff Group in New York is seeking a NYS-licensed/certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for Early Intervention to work with children from birth to five. The role is based in Brooklyn and surrounding neighborhoods, offering a contract with a flexible caseload.

You will carry out treatment plans under a licensed OT, provide services in homes or daycares, and document sessions while coordinating with the care team. Mentorship is available for newcomers to this age group.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapy Assistant license/certification.
• Experience with children under age five; pediatric experience preferred.
• Comfort delivering services in home- and daycare-based settings.
• Mentorship considered for candidates new to this age group.

Responsibilities

• Carry out OT treatment plans under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Deliver services in the child’s home, daycare, or other natural environments.
• Document each session and coordinate with the supervising OT and care team.
• Maintain a dependable, flexible caseload in the assigned area.

Skills

NYS OTA license

Pediatric experience

Home-based care

Mentorship-ready

Education

NYS OTA license

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Early Intervention

Location: Brooklyn

Salary: $72–$74 per 30-minute visit

Schedule: Contract | Flexible Caseload

Position Overview

A growing Early Intervention agency is seeking a NYS-licensed/certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to carry out occupational therapy treatment plans for children from birth to age five under the supervision of a licensed OT in Boro Park, Kensington, Flatbush, and Park Slope. This contract role offers a flexible caseload and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s everyday environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out occupational therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed OT
• Deliver services in the child’s home, daycare, or another natural environment
• Document each session and coordinate with the supervising OT and care team
• Maintain a dependable, flexible caseload in the assigned area

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapy Assistant license/certification
• Specific experience working with children under age five; general pediatric experience alone is not sufficient
• Comfort providing services in home- and daycare-based settings
• One year or more of experience specifically with young children is preferred; experienced candidates new to this age group may be considered for mentorship.

Area Coverage

• Boro Park: coverage is especially needed in the 40s–50s and along all avenues; Yiddish is a plus, not a requirement.
• Kensington: no current OT coverage.
• Flatbush: additional providers are needed; after-hours availability and home visits are preferred.
• Park Slope: occasional cases are available; no current OT coverage.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible contract schedule and caseload
• Opportunity to work in preferred neighborhoods
• Supportive coordination with the child’s care team
• Professional supervision provided

If you’re an Early Intervention professional who enjoys helping young children build essential skills, we’d love to hear from you.