Preschool Special Education Occupational Therapist

Volunteers of America Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off including Paid Birthday Holiday

Job summary

Volunteers of America Greater New York is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Bronx Early Learning Center. This role involves providing therapy to preschool children, supervising assistants, and conducting assessments.

Candidates must have a Master's Degree in occupational therapy, a New York State License, and NBCOT certification. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in occupational therapy with a NY State License and NBCOT certification.
• Experience and/or training in pediatric occupational therapy is required.

Responsibilities

• Implements the occupational therapy intervention plan directly.
• Screens and evaluates children to gather necessary data.
• Documents services as required by the organization.
• Supervises occupational therapy practitioners and students.

Skills

Experience and/or training in pediatrics

Occupational Therapy treatment

Supervision of OTA's and students

Education

Master's Degree in occupational therapy

New York State License

NBCOT certification

Job description

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Occupational Therapist

The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy treatment to children in the pre-school setting, performs occupational therapy assessments, supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants and students.

Bronx Early Learning Center is a vibrant and nurturing special education preschool. To learn more about the program, visit: https://www.voa-gny.org/belc

Location: Bronx, NY 10457

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in occupational therapy, a New York State License, NBCOT certification, experience and/or training in pediatrics.

Occupational Therapist Principal Responsibilities:

1. Implements the occupational therapy intervention plan directly or in collaboration with others.
2. Screens and evaluates children to obtain and interpret data necessary for planning intervention and for treatment planning. Performs advanced, specialized evaluations or assessments as indicated by an individual child's needs.
3. Documents services as required by Volunteers of America as well as third party payers.
4. Follows the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as well as Volunteers of America policies and procedures.
5. Maintains treatment areas, and equipment as required.
6. Supervises occupational therapy practitioners (OTA's), occupational therapy students and other staff performing supportive services as a part of service provision.
7. Participate in professional development activities as mandated by the Volunteers of America and by the requirements for the continuation of occupational therapy licensure.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.