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Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- Center Based

Family of Kidz · Central Islip, NY · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$28–$33/hrFull-time

Location: Islandia, NY and surrounding school districts
Status: Part Time
Hours: Monday-Friday, typically between 8a-4p (3 days in Islandia, 2 days in local districts following their calendar)

Pay

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) part-time, hourly rates between $28-$33. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience, and license/certifications held. The position may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload, which will be discussed during the interview.

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 or more 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, consistent with state and local regulations)

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for your caseload.
  • Administer and write up occupational therapy evaluations.
  • Ongoing communication and collaboration with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) and Special Educators, specifically related to overall fine motor, visual motor, and sensory needs.
  • Ongoing communication with lead supervisors & coordinators, specifically related to case management.
  • Utilize students’ behavior management strategies and behavior intervention plans during sessions.
  • Maintain professionalism with families, school districts, and other professionals.
  • Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
  • Create and maintain schedule.
  • Collect data on each IFSP/IEP goal and report on progress quarterly.
  • Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CPSE/CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy License or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families.
  • Experience working with students with autism preferred.
  • 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.

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