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Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based – $2K Sign-On Bonus

Family of Kidz · Melville, NY · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$60–$120/hrFull-time

About the role

Location: School District placements across Long Island. Status: Fee for Service and/or Full Time opportunities available. Hours: Monday–Friday, following the school calendar (flexible scheduling with FFS). A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered after 90 days of employment with active cases.

Pay

Compensation ranges from $60–$120 per hour; larger groups can earn up to $200+ per hour. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience, and licenses/certifications held. The position may be full-time or fee-for-service (FFS) depending on current caseload, which will be discussed during the interview; this arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, following the school calendar. Flexible scheduling available for fee-for-service arrangements.

Benefits

Full-time benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off (between 25–28 days)
  • 12 Holidays including Winter break (12/25–1/1)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Team Building Events
  • Incentive Program

Part-time benefits (for employees working 25+ hours per week)

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Full-Time Opportunities Available
  • Team Building events
  • Incentive Program
  • Sick and Safe Leave: paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for all children on your caseload.
  • Administer and write up occupational therapy evaluations.
  • Ongoing communication with lead supervisors & coordinators, specifically related to case management.
  • Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
  • Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
  • Create and maintain schedules with assigned individual families/school personnel.
  • Collect data on each IEP goal and report on progress quarterly.
  • Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy License
  • Bilingual is a plus

Skills

  • Passionate to work with children and their families
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
  • Self-starter and independent problem solver
  • Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
  • Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
  • Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
  • Must be a team player
  • Life-long learner who is committed to personal development

Why Join Us

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has

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