Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Rebecca School
New York County, NY
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Rebecca School is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the 2024 school year to work with students age 3 to 21 with neurodevelopmental delays in relating, communicating and thinking. As an Occupational Therapist, you will play an integral role in the success of our students, developing occupational therapy treatment plans and goals to improve functional abilities and enhance their ability to learn. Rebecca School utilizes the DIRFloortime method, a relationship-based model of teaching instruction developed by Dr. Stanley Greenspan, offering a safe and nurturing environment for students and families.
Pay Range is $70,000 to $80,000 depending on degree and experience (based on a 12-month position).
RESPONSIBILITIES | WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to students to correct specific areas of sensory motor integrative dysfunction and social/emotional issues
Administer initial evaluations and assessments to determine a student's level of function
Provide written reports identifying the student's needs and proposed treatment strategies, goals and objectives; maintain progress records
Collaborate with staff in the development, analysis and preparation of reports, sensory diets (classroom and individual) and in-service assignments
Provide team members with education for facilitation of implemented techniques or modalities
Monitor therapy and educational staff trained to incorporate appropriate occupational therapy treatment strategies into instruction; evaluate effectiveness of the established program and make modifications within the OT framework of the DIR model
Train other staff on pertinent therapeutic activities and techniques to support students as needed
Collaborate with other disciplines such as Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, and Social Work
Communicate consistently with parents/caregivers
Write daily session notes, biannual progress reports and initial evaluations
Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs and continuing education programs
Participate in weekly Greenspan meetings, team meetings and staff trainings
QUALIFICATIONS | WHAT YOU BRING
Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy
License to practice Occupational Therapy in NYS
Experience In Pediatrics Preferred
Knowledge of DIRFloortime is preferred, but not required
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with students, staff and parents
BENEFITS | WHAT WE OFFER
Eligible Rebecca School Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
401K with 100% vested company contribution
Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Incentive Program
Employee Discount Program
Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items
Rebecca School is part of the New Story network of schools, clinics and services. New Story (the parent company) is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website
EducationRequiredMasters or better in Occupational Therapy
Pay Range is $70,000 to $80,000 depending on degree and experience (based on a 12-month position).
RESPONSIBILITIES | WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to students to correct specific areas of sensory motor integrative dysfunction and social/emotional issues
Administer initial evaluations and assessments to determine a student's level of function
Provide written reports identifying the student's needs and proposed treatment strategies, goals and objectives; maintain progress records
Collaborate with staff in the development, analysis and preparation of reports, sensory diets (classroom and individual) and in-service assignments
Provide team members with education for facilitation of implemented techniques or modalities
Monitor therapy and educational staff trained to incorporate appropriate occupational therapy treatment strategies into instruction; evaluate effectiveness of the established program and make modifications within the OT framework of the DIR model
Train other staff on pertinent therapeutic activities and techniques to support students as needed
Collaborate with other disciplines such as Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, and Social Work
Communicate consistently with parents/caregivers
Write daily session notes, biannual progress reports and initial evaluations
Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs and continuing education programs
Participate in weekly Greenspan meetings, team meetings and staff trainings
QUALIFICATIONS | WHAT YOU BRING
Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy
License to practice Occupational Therapy in NYS
Experience In Pediatrics Preferred
Knowledge of DIRFloortime is preferred, but not required
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with students, staff and parents
BENEFITS | WHAT WE OFFER
Eligible Rebecca School Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
401K with 100% vested company contribution
Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Incentive Program
Employee Discount Program
Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items
Rebecca School is part of the New Story network of schools, clinics and services. New Story (the parent company) is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website
EducationRequiredMasters or better in Occupational Therapy
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