ACTIVITY THERAPY - ACTIVITY THERAPIST - FULL-TIME

Occupational TherapistHFM BOCES is seeking a dedicated occupational therapist to work in our school-based special education program. This is a full-time, 10-month occupational therapist position covering multiple locations within a school setting. The therapist will provide evaluation, consultation, and direct therapy services to students with disabilities in a special education setting. The therapist works collaboratively with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members to support students' participation and success in educational activities. Responsibilities include assessing fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, self-care, and functional school-related skills; contributing to IEP development and progress monitoring; The occupational therapist promotes student independence, access to the educational environment, and achievement of educational goals through evidence-based therapeutic practices.Applicants must be a New York state registered occupational therapist.To be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the state education department is required. Formal job offer/selection is contingent on the ability to obtain a fingerprint security clearance through the TEACH system prior to working. HFM BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the BOCES non-discrimination policies should be directed to Dr. org), Assistant Superintendent for BOCES Operations and Component District Services, View phone number on click.appcast.io, HFM BOCES, 2755 State Highway 67, Johnstown, NY 12095. Inquiries may also be addressed to the Office for Civil Rights at the US Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, View phone number on click.appcast.io, OCR.Salary is commensurate with education and experience per OT/PT Contract.