School-Based Pediatric Occupational Therapist — IEP Impact

gershautism; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Family leave

Disability insurance

Training & development

Job summary

Gersh Autism seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide OT services for K-12 students in the Bronx, NY. You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to support student participation in learning and daily activities.

The role requires NBCOT eligibility, NY state OTR/L licensure, and at least one year of pediatric school experience, with a caseload targeting 45 half-hour sessions per week.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from NBCOT-recognized occupational therapy program.
• Must possess State OTR/L licensure in the hiring state.
• Minimum 1 year experience as an occupational therapist, preferably in school/pediatric setting.
• Must have sensory knowledge and experience with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other disciplines to assess student occupational performance and plan services.
• Evaluate students using functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments and document findings.
• Develop intervention plans and IEP-aligned goals based on evaluation results.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services and participate in multidisciplinary meetings and team planning.
• Maintain confidentiality, records, and scheduling; manage a caseload of 45 sessions per week and ensure sessions meet IEP timelines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Assessment interpretation

Education

NBCOT-recognized OT program

State OTR/L licensure

Job description

Gersh Autism seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide OT services for K-12 students in the Bronx, NY. You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to support student participation in learning and daily activities.

The role requires NBCOT eligibility, NY state OTR/L licensure, and at least one year of pediatric school experience, with a caseload targeting 45 half-hour sessions per week.