OT Evaluator for CPSE Referrals - Independent Contractor

Nonprofit Westchester; New City (NY); On-site; USD 207,000 - 344,000; Full time

Job summary

Nonprofit Westchester is seeking an Occupational Therapist to conduct comprehensive evaluations for preschool children referred through CPSE. This independent contractor role focuses on assessing fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, self-help, and functional skills to determine eligibility for services.

Responsibilities include administering standardized tests, compiling detailed reports with recommendations, and ensuring timelines and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in NY with NYSED registration.
• Experience with preschoolers (ages 3-5) preferred.
• Familiarity with CPSE, IDEA, NY special ed regs.
• Experience administering pediatric OT assessments.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT evaluations for preschoolers 3-5 per CPSE regulations.
• Administer and interpret standardized and non-standardized assessments.
• Assess fine motor, gross motor related to function, visual perceptual, sensory processing, self-care, and school readiness.
• Prepare comprehensive written evaluation reports with findings, eligibility recommendations, and goals.
• Maintain accurate records per district, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure evaluations are completed within required timelines.
• Adhere to professional standards, ethics, and confidentiality.

Skills

Assessment administration

Written communication

Team collaboration

Pediatric OT

Report writing

Education

New York State License

NYS Education Department Registration

Job description

OT Evaluator for CPSE Referrals - Independent Contractor

Perform comprehensive Occupational Therapy evaluations for preschool-aged children referred through the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). The evaluator will assess students' fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, self-help, and functional skills to determine eligibility for special education services and provide recommendations that support educational participation and developmental growth:

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations for preschool children ages 3-5 in accordance with CPSE regulations and timelines.
• Administer and interpret standardized and non-standardized assessments.
• Assess fine motor, gross motor (as related to functional performance), visual perceptual, visual motor, sensory processing, self-care, and school readiness skills.
• Prepare comprehensive written evaluation reports with clear findings, eligibility recommendations, and educationally relevant goals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure evaluations are completed within required timelines.
• Adhere to professional standards, ethical guidelines, and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• New York State License as an Occupational Therapist.
• Registration by the New York State Education Department.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Knowledge of CPSE procedures, IDEA, and New York State special education regulations preferred.
• Experience administering and interpreting pediatric occupational therapy assessment tools.
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Compensation is $150 per evaluation and $50 per hour for other work if/as needed