Occupational Therapist Overview • The Occupational Therapist role offers an opportunity to work on-site, providing specialized care and therapy to children in a school-based setting. • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized therapy plans tailored to pediatric needs. • Contribute to a supportive and professional environment, enhancing the lives of children through targeted interventions. • Utilize your expertise in occupational therapy to perform evaluations, screenings, and advanced assessments as required. • Ensure compliance with ethical standards and organizational policies while delivering high-quality therapeutic services. • Participate in professional development activities to maintain licensure and stay updated on best practices in pediatric occupational therapy. • Supervise and mentor occupational therapy assistants, students, and other supportive staff to ensure effective service delivery. • Maintain therapy areas and equipment, ensuring a safe and organized environment for service provision. • Document therapy sessions and interventions accurately to meet organizational and third-party payer requirements. Occupational Therapist Key Responsibilities & Duties • Develop and implement occupational therapy intervention plans directly or collaboratively to address individual needs. • Screen and evaluate children to gather data for planning and treatment purposes. • Perform specialized evaluations or assessments based on individual child requirements. • Document therapy services as per organizational and payer guidelines. • Adhere to professional ethics and standards of practice, ensuring compliance with organizational policies. • Maintain therapy areas and equipment, ensuring readiness for service delivery. • Supervise and guide occupational therapy assistants, students, and supportive staff. • Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain licensure and enhance expertise. • Collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care and support for children. Occupational Therapist Job Requirements • Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid New York State License. • NBCOT certification and experience or training in pediatric occupational therapy. • Proficiency in performing evaluations, screenings, and advanced assessments for therapy planning. • Strong documentation skills to meet organizational and payer requirements. • Ability to supervise and mentor occupational therapy assistants and students effectively. • Commitment to professional ethics and standards of practice in occupational therapy. • Experience in maintaining therapy areas and equipment for optimal service delivery. • Willingness to participate in professional development activities to maintain licensure. • Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.