School Occupational Therapist (Part time, Temporary)

Description

Hawkswood School is searching for a temporary pediatric School Occupational Therapist to cover a leave of absence.  The schedule is part time, 2 days per week for approximately 3 to 6 months.  The caseload includes preschool students with multiple disabilities and elementary students on the autism spectrum. This position is available starting in February of 2025. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate and recommend children for occupational therapy upon referral from sending district.
• Prepare current motor status and goals for students’ Individual Educational Plans.
• Schedule and administer therapy as per evaluation and treatment plan.
• Prepare Progress Reports four times per year.
• Refer to and maintain contact with other professionals where necessary.
• Maintain daily student contact records.

Competitive annual salary starting at $78,000 per year based upon degree and years of experience.  

EOE / MF. Hawkswood School is an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our website to learn about who we are and what we do Hawkswood School Website.

Hawkswood School is a private school in Eatontown, New Jersey, approved by the State of New Jersey to provide special education services and supports to students on the autism spectrum and to students with multiple disabilities, ages 3 to 21. We are committed to empowering students with disabilities to be self-expressed, self-directed and contributing members of their families and communities.  Hawkswood School runs a 12-month program.  

Qualifications

Certification Requirements:

Must possess or be eligible for a NJ Dept of Education certification as School Occupational Therapist and NJ license as Occupational Therapist.

Pediatric experience and experience with individuals with special needs is helpful.

Please apply for this position if:

• You value and model integrity, transparency, passion, innovation, insight and initiative.
• You are outcomes oriented and can work within an evidence based model.
• You are a team player and support consensus based decision-making.
• You are committed to fostering and maximizing functional communication and skills, student independence, and empowering our students by supporting their self esteem.

Salary : $78,000