Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, School-Based

St. Joseph's Medical Center

$85K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • New York State Occupational Therapy or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License required
  • Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree from an Occupational Therapy program
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to changing environments
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

  • Provide intervention for children in the Yonkers Public Schools and potentially in students' homes
  • Document therapy sessions and student progress
  • Prepare and update Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Maintain communication with parents, guardians, and teachers
  • Evaluate students' needs and intervention effectiveness
  • Supervise and assist Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

Benefits

  • Health and Dental insurance for those working 30+ hours per week after 45 days
  • Retirement benefits available for qualifying personnel
Full Job Description
Saint Joseph's Medical Center is seeking a full-time and/or part-time Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the '26-'27 school year. Reporting to the Director of the School-Based Rehab Program and OT Supervisor, the OT or COTA will provide intervention for children in the Yonkers Public Schools and possibly the student's homes, document sessions and progress, prepare Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and maintain ongoing communication with parents, guardians and teachers. OTs will also evaluate students and may have the opportunity to provide supervision to, and documentation for, COTAs. Interested therapists may also have the chance to provide aquatic therapy to students. The population served is pediatric (5-21 years old).

Job Requirements:

1. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and strong communication skills; written and verbal. Must have excellent organizational skills and be flexible.

2. New York State Occupational Therapy or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License required.

3. Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree from an Occupational Therapy program.

4. New graduates are welcome to apply. If you have already applied for a position with us before, please feel free to apply again.

5. Must provide references

6. Must provide writing samples

Salaries and Pay:

Salary for full-time Occupational Therapist (paid bi-weekly):

$85,000.00 annually

Salary for full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (paid bi-weekly):

$55,120.00 annually

Pay rate for Part-time Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant:

Fee-for-service - Please inquire if interested

Benefits:

Health and Dental are provided for individuals who work 30+ hours per week for 45 days and must continue working 30+ hours to maintain the benefits.

Retirement benefits are also available for qualified personnel.

If you are interested or would like to learn more, please email me your most updated resume with contact information to [redacted]

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