Occupational Therapist- Story Ave.

Job Description

We are hiring in Bronx, NY! Join us at Easterseals Story Ave for an exciting career as an Occupational Therapist! (10 month position).

What You'll Do

As an Occupational Therapist you will work as a member of a team including teachers, speech/language pathologists, physical therapists and counselors

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Develop IEPs with other team members and families when necessary.
• Maintain professional standards, and current skills in therapy techniques.
• Provide occupational therapy services for children.
• Write session notes, progress notes and reports.
• Aid in maintaining equipment and workspace.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and other meetings as assigned.
• Assist in staff development and training.

You're a great fit for this role if you have:

• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in the field of Occupational Therapy from a recognized college or university approved by AOTA OR certificate as an occupational therapy assistant
• Current license in the state of New York
• Three years' experience working with children as a therapist is preferred

Compensation

• $60,000-85,000 (depending on credentials and experience) for occupational therapists, COTAs have a different salary scale

Who We Are

Easterseals is a standard-bearer for creating equity and access for people with disabilities and other barriers to long term self-sufficiency. For 100 years, Easterseals has been an indispensable resource for people and families living with disabilities. Throughout all life's moments -- from the extraordinary to the ordinary and everything in between -- Easterseals is here to help people and families realize and reach for their full potential.

The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.