Pediatric Occupational Therapist $500 Bonus- EI/Preschool
About The Position
Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life. This position involves working with children in Early Intervention and Preschool programs, utilizing state-of-the-art sensory gyms or providing services across Long Island. Opportunities are available for Fee for Service or Full-Time employment with flexible scheduling during and/or after school hours.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current New York State Occupational Therapy License
Nice To Haves
- 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
- A flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
- Must be a team player
- A life-long learner who is committed to personal development
- Bilingual is a plus
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
- Perform comprehensive evaluations in clinic, home and/or preschool based settings
- Write detailed occupational therapy evaluation reports demonstrating the child’s abilities and areas of difficulties
- Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, and the evaluation team
- Develop appropriate functional goals using IEP direct
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days!)
- 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1
- 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 & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Team Building Events
- Incentive Program
- Sick and Safe Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
