Senior Occupational Therapist

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. 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: Senior Occupational Therapist. The Senior Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy treatment to children in the pre-school setting, performs occupational therapy assessments and supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs). Bronx Early Learning Center is a vibrant and nurturing special education preschool.

Location: Bronx, NY 10457

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 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.
• Provides clinical and clerical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).
• Reviews and cosigns documentation, notes and reports for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).
• Provides oversight of prescription management for COTAs’ caseload.
• Participates in professional development activities as mandated by Volunteers of America and by the requirements for the continuation of occupational therapy licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience and/or training in pediatrics
• Licensed as a New York State Occupational Therapist
• Certification from the National Board for the Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Benefits

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