About this opportunity
Volunteers of America-Greater New York lists this Senior Occupational Therapist opportunity in bronx, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs , we support over 35,000 adults and children each year , including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Senior Occupational Therapist
The Senior Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy treatment to children in the pre-school setting, performs occupational therapy assessments and supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA's).
Bronx Early Learning Center is a vibrant and nurturing special education preschool. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser
Location: Bronx, NY 10457
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and minimum of 5 years' experience and/or training in pediatrics.
Licensed as a New York State Occupational Therapist.
Certification from the National Board for the Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Senior Occupational Therapist Principal Responsibilities:
Implements the occupational therapy intervention plan directly or in collaboration with others.
Screens and evaluates children to obtain and interpret data necessary for planning intervention and for treatment planning. Performs advanced, specialized evaluations or assessments as indicated by an individual child's needs.
Documents services as required by Volunteers of America as well as third party payers.
Follows to the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as well as Volunteers of America policies and procedures.
Maintains treatment areas, and equipment as required.
Provide clinical and clerical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Review and cosign documentation, notes and reports for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Provide oversight of prescription management for COTA's caseload
Participate in professional development activities as mandated by the Volunteers of America and by the requirements for the continuation of occupational therapy licensure.
We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
Prescription Coverage
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
And much more!
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser:
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
Worksite address
bronx, NY, 10400, US
Who can apply
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