Occupational Therapist (OT)

Liberty Resources, Inc. • Hauppauge, NY

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About The Position

Liberty POST is seeking Early Childhood Occupational Therapists to work with children from birth through age five through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Positions are available part-time and/or full-time in the Hauppauge office and throughout Long Island. Services may be provided in a center, home, or community setting and include evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. Therapists work with children with a range of diagnoses, including autism spectrum disorder, sensory issues, and fine motor delays, and use an Electronic Medical Record system to document and track care. Liberty POST describes its approach as collaborative and focused on children’s natural learning environments, families’ strengths and needs, and the diverse population it serves.

Pay is fee-for-service. Listed rates include office/clinic-based EI/CPSE sessions starting at $28 per 30-minute session; home/community-based EI sessions at $57 for 45 minutes or $75 for 60 minutes; home/community-based CPSE sessions starting at $35 per 30-minute session; and evaluations starting at $155. Payment is biweekly by direct deposit. Health benefits and retirement packages are available based on caseload size.

Requirements

• New York State Occupational Therapist license.
• Knowledge of New York State laws and regulations regarding Occupational Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience working with children is preferred.
• Experience in sensory integration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and track children’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly using the Electronic Medical Record system.
• Conduct Occupational Therapy sessions for children with various diagnoses, such as autism spectrum disorder, sensory issues, and fine motor delays.
• Provide center-based and/or home care services.
• Organize and maintain the confidentiality of children’s records and other documentation.
• Follow state laws and regulations applicable to Early Intervention and CPSE/CSE special education.

Benefits

• Health benefits and retirement packages available based on caseload size.
• Accrual of sick time in accordance with New York State sick time laws.
• Mentoring for all providers.
• Access to unlimited CEU courses accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA, and CTLE.
• Flexible schedule.
• Biweekly payment by direct deposit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed