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Our client is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work with students and adults with disabilities and serious health impairments, the Occupational Therapist is expected to create and carry out treatment plans, evaluate needs of students, screen students who may be appropriate candidates for Occupational Therapy services, make environmental modifications and work with staff to manage student needs. Great Salary!! Great Schedule!!
Requirements:
Synthesizes evaluation results into a comprehensive written report which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment; directs program development; and guides evidence-based intervention.
Evaluates the patients ability and formulates the profiles through a variety of functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories, and interviews.
Develops and presents therapeutic activities to benefit patients in the least restrictive environment.
Implements individual and group treatment for Occupational Therapy.
Consulting with supervisory staff on matters relating to Occupational Therapy including: instruction on therapeutic intervention; appropriate use of therapeutic equipment, methods, and instruction; and patients current level of function.
Consulting with parents/guardians regarding treatment goals, specialized therapeutic equipment, and other recommendations to enhance the patients functional ability within the classroom and/or residential setting.
Qualifications:
Valid State NYS Occupational Therapy license from the New York State Office of Profession
Masters or Doctoral degree from a CAPTE-accredited program
