Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based – $1K Sign-On Bonus

Family of Kidz•New Rochelle, NY

6d•$80 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz is hiring a school-based Occupational Therapist to serve middle- and high-school students in New Rochelle, New York. The position is listed as fee-for-service, with guaranteed hours and compensation of $80–$90 per hour. The posting notes that the role may be full-time or fee-for-service depending on caseload, with the arrangement discussed during the interview and subject to change. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered after 90 days of employment with active cases. The therapist designs and provides individual and/or group interventions, evaluates students, tracks progress toward IFSP/IEP goals, and collaborates with families, school personnel, supervisors, coordinators, and other professionals. The schedule is Monday through Friday. Family of Kidz has supported children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998, focusing on helping children gain skills, independence, and quality of life. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current New York State Occupational Therapy License.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with various professionals.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
Ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt when necessary.
Must be a team player.
Commitment to lifelong learning and personal development.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for children on the caseload.
Administer occupational therapy evaluations and write up the results.
Communicate on an ongoing basis with lead supervisors and coordinators, particularly about 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 families and school personnel.
Collect data on each IFSP/IEP goal and report progress quarterly.
Provide input and attend or participate by teleconference in initial CPSE/CSE meetings and annual reviews.

Benefits

$1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment with active cases.
Full-time employees: 25–28 days of paid time off.
Full-time employees: 12 holidays, including winter break from 12/25 to 1/1.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k).
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral Program.
Professional Development Assistance.
Pet insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Team-building events.
Incentive Program.
Part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week: medical, dental, vision, FSA, and pet insurance.
Paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations.