What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Manchester Academy) position at Ädelbrook Behavioral and Developmental Services?
Ädelbrook is looking to find qualified, compassionate candidates that can inspire hope while helping each student achieve their full potential. We would love to invite you to check out the programs we offer at Ädelbrook. We provide a supportive and collaborative environment encompassing a variety of professionals and disciplines committed to one goal in mind; meeting the unique needs of our students.
Why choose Ädelbrook?
Ädelbrook Academy was awarded the 2023 NASET School of Excellence and is an approved provider of the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF).
Plus, we offer these great benefits :
- Competitive salaries
- High quality, affordable health insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Matching retirement savings plan
- Employer paid life insurance
- Partnerships with local universities to offer affordable options to help you pursue furthering your education
What to expect in this role?
Provides safe, therapeutically appropriate occupational therapy individual and group therapy sessions based on the student's IEP. Maintains effective communications with all team members (individual, family and clinicians) to include attending meetings (PPT's, team meetings, conferences, etc) to represent OT needs as it relates to OT- programing. Completes all required documentation in a timely and effective manner including but not limited to summaries for PPTs, Annual reports and progress notes. Will function as an active member of the educational team; following assigned school hours, attending all school in-services and trainings as indicated by the supervising OTR and the director of the school.
A few focus points that makes Ädelbrook stand apart :
What we are looking for?
Essential Job Requirements :
Candidates must have at least a high school diploma / GED equivalent. Work experience with youth, individuals with Pervasive Developmental Disabilities (PDD - NOS) and / or conditions on the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with a focus on sensory integration and behavioral programming and experience working in an educational setting is strongly preferred. You must have a driver's license with excellent driving history and have the willingness to abide by all agency policies and procedures.
Ädelbrook is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. Accordingly, all decision affecting our staff are made on the basis of Ädelbrook's mission, personnel policies and applicable state and federal laws. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, ancestry, veteran status, national origin, marital status or handicap. Learn More
