Occupational Therapy Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide pediatric occupational therapy services to school-age students across school, home, and community-based settings on Long Island. This position may include direct service, supervision of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), administrative responsibilities, or a combination of duties based on provider experience, availability, and program needs.

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat students with developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, fine motor and visual-motor deficits, self-care needs, and functional skill needs. This role focuses on individualized interventions that support participation in classroom routines, academic tasks, daily living skills, play, and age-appropriate activities.

The Occupational Therapist will collaborate with families, educators, school staff, service coordinators, COTAs, and interdisciplinary team members to support consistent and effective service delivery across settings.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for school-age students
  
• Provide direct occupational therapy services in school, home, and/or community-based settings
  
• Address fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, self-care, play, classroom participation, and functional independence
  
• Supervise COTAs in accordance with New York State requirements, professional standards, and agency policies
  
• Provide clinical guidance and feedback to COTAs regarding treatment implementation and student progress
  
• Review documentation, monitor progress, and ensure services remain appropriate and effective
  
• Collaborate with families, teachers, COTAs, and related service providers to support skill carryover
  
• Complete required documentation, including evaluations, session notes, progress reports, supervisory documentation, and treatment updates
  
• Provide consultation and strategies to caregivers and school staff as needed
  
• Participate in team meetings, case collaboration, and service planning
  
• Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with New York State and AOTA guidelines
  

Position may include:


• Salary, hourly, or contract-based opportunities
  
• Direct service and/or COTA supervision
  
• School-based, home-based, and community-based service locations
  
• Flexible scheduling based on provider availability and program needs
  

Sign-On Bonus:


A $500 sign-on bonus is available for eligible providers.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist license required
  
• Ability to travel between assigned job locations
  
• Pediatric experience preferred; EI and/or school-based experience a plus but not required
  
• Ability to pass required background checks and clearances
  
• Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
  
• Ability to work independently across multiple settings while collaborating with a team
  
• Professional, reliable, flexible, and child-focused
  

• Flexible schedule
  
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  
• Ongoing clinical support
  
• Opportunities for advancement
  
• Paid time off
  
• Roth IRA
  
• Opportunities for weekends and nights, but not required
  
• Position may be hourly, salary, or 1099
  

Pay: $70–$85 per hour or Salary (based on experience, setting, and certifications)


Job Type: Full time, Part time or Contract


Work Location: In person