Occupational Therapist - Poughkeepsie

Family of Kidz

$72K — $88K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy License.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
  • Experience working with children, particularly in a special education setting.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement creative therapeutic interventions for children.
  • Administer and write occupational therapy evaluations.
  • Communicate regularly with lead supervisors and coordinators regarding case management.
  • Maintain professionalism in interactions with families and school teams.
  • Keep accurate attendance and billing logs.
  • Create and manage schedules with families and school personnel.
  • Collect data on IFSP/IEP goals and report progress quarterly.
  • Participate in initial CPSE/CSE meetings and annual reviews.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance available for employees working 25 or more hours per week.
  • Employee Assistance Program offered.
  • Professional Development Assistance provided.
  • Opportunities for full-time positions available.
  • Team Building events organized.
  • Referral Program incentives included.
  • Participation in an Incentive Program.
Full Job Description
Occupational Therapist - Special Education Preschool

COTA welcome to apply, rates may differ.

Details about this opportunity:
  • Location: Near or surrounding Poughkeepsie, NY
  • Status: Fee for Service, Part time - FT potential
  • Compensation: $70-$85/hour

**Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.**

PART TIME BENEFITS:

We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal and Pet Insurance)*
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Full-Time Opportunities Available
  • Team Building events
  • Incentive Program


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.
  • Collects data on each IFSP/IEP goal and reports on progress quarterly.
  • Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CPSE/CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.


About You:

If you have these attributes:
  • 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 solve
  • 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


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


Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

** Disclaimer: Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at FamilyofKidz.com, which supersedes all other sources and job sites.

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