Part-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)

Join Rebecca Schools, a network of private therapeutic day schools serving children ages 3 to 21 with neurodevelopmental delays, including autism spectrum disorders. Founded in 2006, we use the DIRFloortime® model to foster communication, social interaction, and personal growth. Our skilled educators and therapists collaborate in thoughtfully designed sensory gyms, art studios, and bright classrooms, creating a nurturing environment where students thrive.

Occupational Therapy at Rebecca School:

Applicants should feel comfortable with providing therapeutic services on both an individual and group basis in collaboration with other disciplines including but not limited to PT, SLP, and social work. Sessions can occur in a variety of environments, contexts, and social settings, depending on each student’s individualized occupational therapy program.

What we offer:

· Compensation: 36,000-37,500 for part-time 3 days a week position based on 10-month position with growth opportunity to transition to full-time 12 month position.

· Consistent Pay: Bi-weekly pay schedule.

· Professional Development: In-house, as well as access to ongoing professional development and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) with generous conference stipend.

· Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and paid holidays that align with school calendar.

· Schedule: Monday-Friday Monday, Thursday and Friday 8:00-3:30 Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00-4:30.

Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education in a related field.

· Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with an option of a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

· Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company contributions. 

Job Responsibilities:

· Provide pediatric occupational therapy assessments to determine a student’s level of function relative to the student’s age and educational placement.

· Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to students that reflect their individual fine/gross motor skill development, sensory motor integration, self-care and activities of daily living.

· Develops occupational therapy treatment plans and goals to improve student functional abilities and enhance their ability to learn (classroom and individual sensory diets)

· Provide team members with education for facilitation of implemented techniques or modalities (brushing, deep pressure, vibration, oral motor, feeding, HWT, How Your Engine Run, Listening Program, etc.)

· Work as part of an interdisciplinary team.

· Consistent communication with parents/caregivers.

· Writing of daily session notes, biannual progress reports, initial evaluations, treatment plans.

Qualifications:

· Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

· Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in NYS

Preferred/Nice to have:

· Knowledge of DIRFloortime® is preferred, but not required

Rebecca School is part of the New Story network of schools, clinics and services. New Story (the parent company) is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website https://newstoryjobs.com/