Pediatric Occupational Therapist (School-Based and Clinic-Based)

GOTAFE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

GOTAFE is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide school-based OT services aligned with IEP goals for preschool and school-age students. The role focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and sensory integration while supporting student progress within educational placements.

The successful candidate will maintain thorough documentation, from daily treatment notes to annual reviews and IEP updates, and collaborate with educators and clinicians to ensure holistic support

Qualifications

• Must hold valid New York State Occupational Therapist license.
• Experience with pediatric populations and school-based caseloads preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Deliver therapy to preschool and school-age students based on placements and caseloads.
• Support development of fine motor skills, sensory processing, and sensory integration.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation including daily notes, annual reviews, and IEP updates.
• Collaborate with educational and clinical professionals to support student progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Valid NYS OT license

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide occupational therapy services aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Deliver therapy to preschool and school-age students based on assigned placements and caseloads.
• Support development of fine motor skills, sensory processing, and sensory integration.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including daily treatment notes, annual reviews, and IEP updates.
• Collaborate with educational and clinical professionals to support student progress.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Valid New York State Occupational Therapist license (NYS OT).
• Experience with pediatric populations and school-based caseloads (preferred).
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.