Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide pediatric occupational therapy services for Early Intervention (birth–3) and school-age students across home, school, and community settings on Long Island. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat children with developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, fine motor and visual-motor deficits, and functional skill needs. This role emphasizes practical, individualized interventions that support participation in daily routines, academic tasks, and age-appropriate activities.

The Occupational Therapist will collaborate with families, educators, service coordinators, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent and effective service delivery across environments.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for EI and school-age students
  
• Provide direct occupational therapy services in home-based EI and school-based or community settings
  
• Address fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, play, and functional participation
  
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and related service providers to support carryover of skills
  
• Complete required documentation including evaluations, session notes, and progress reports
  
• Provide consultation and strategies to caregivers and school staff as appropriate
  
• Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with New York State and AOTA guidelines

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist license required
  
• Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  
• 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
  

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
  
• Ongoing clinical support
  
• Opportunities for advancement
  
• Paid sick time
  

Pay: $68–$82 per hour (based on experience, setting, and certifications)
Job Type: Part-time, Full-time or Contract
Work Location: In person