Preschool Special Education Occupational Therapist

Position

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in occupational therapy
• A New York State License
• NBCOT certification
• Experience and/or training in pediatrics

Principal Responsibilities

• Implements the occupational therapy intervention plan directly or in collaboration with others
• 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
• Documents services as required by Volunteers of America as well as third party payers
• Follows to the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as well as Volunteers of America policies and procedures
• Maintains treatment areas, and equipment as required
• Supervises occupational therapy practitioners (OTA’s), occupational therapy students and other staff performing supportive services as a part of service provision
• Participate in professional development activities as mandated by the Volunteers of America and by the requirements for the continuation of occupational therapy licensure

Benefits

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

About the Role

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.

Qualifications

If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Full-time employees enjoy:
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retail Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

Pay

To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/

Schedule

Not specified

Contact

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.