Occupational Therapist - Poughkeepsie, United States - Abilities First

Abilities First Poughkeepsie, United States

4 days ago

Description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Abilities First, Inc., a CQL accredited organization, has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for over fifty years. Starting out as The Little Red School House in 1962, Abilities First, Inc. has evolved into the Hudson Valley's premiere provider of support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, service coordination and employment services.

Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Occupational Therapist position available in our school program located in Poughkeepsie, NY, offering the opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team focusing on the educational programming for all children ages 5 to 21, at every level of ability. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing all initial evaluations and periodic re-evaluations of students, determining appropriate short and long-term goals, evaluating new referrals to determine need for service, planning and implementing appropriate occupational therapy programs.

Become involved in the incredible mission of Abilities First, Inc., by providing people with disabilities and their families with support to attain independence, self-determination, integration and acceptance by others through education, exploration and experience.

This is a full time, benefits eligible position. We follow a school calendar and offer a full benefit package, including paid holidays, snow days, personal and sick time, 401-k , medical and dental. Salary Range: $34.00-$38.00 per hour.

Position Standards:

Performs all initial evaluations and periodic re-evaluations and determines appropriate short- and long-term goals for students on caseload
Plans and implements appropriate occupational therapy program
Schedules assigned caseload in conjunction with classroom staff and other related services
Evaluates new referrals to determine need for service.
Responsible for written documentation as required by school and preschool policies. Must adhere to paperwork deadlines, agency forms, and content
Assesses student's needs(in collaboration with clinical an educational staff as indicated)
Responsible for recommending, fabricating, and adapting equipment for assigned caseload, according to Abilities First, Inc. policies and with assistance from equipment technician.
Responsible for regularly communicating with parents, classroom staff, and related service personnel, regarding individual students' program and progress.
Informs appropriate staff and parent/primary caretaker of need for periodic reassessment of student by a physician.
Participates in staff meetings, team meetings, and parent/teacher conferences when indicated.
Supervises COTA's as assigned by Administrative Staff.
Participates in supervision and training of Occupational Therapy and Occupational therapy Assistant affiliating students as assigned by Administrative Staff
As requested, attends CSE annual reviews and other such meetings relating to child's therapy needs in the educational setting
Assists in maintenance of treatment sites.
Provided departmental in services when indicated.
Must have a current NYS driver's license, free of moving violations (amendable to Class E); deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier.
Ensures that employees follow the Code of Ethical and Legal Behavior and conform to the strictest standards of Corporate Compliance and HIPAA, as well as all federal, state, local and municipal laws and regulations.
Follows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.
Performs other appropriate job-related activities as requested by your supervisor or as circumstances warrant.
Adheres to State Education rules and regulations. Preschool employees must adhere to Office of Children and Family Services policies.

This is a full-time position eligible for these benefits.

Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off (vacation & holiday paid time off following the school calendar)

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Employer paid life insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education

• Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support

• On Demand Payment - access your earnings as early as the next day

• Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.

• And InsureChoice Discounted Insurance including Home/Auto/Life & Pet and free Virtual Pet visits for 1 year.

• And More

Requirements

BS/MS Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college required.
Licensed, or eligible for licensure, with NYS Department of Education required.
Clean driver's license that is deemed "acceptable" by our insurance carrier.
Handle with Care, CPR, SFA, and Med Certification a plus. Ability to obtain these certifications required.
Background check by NYS OPWDD required.
Lifting and maneuvering of individuals is required.

Salary Description

$34.00 to $38.00 per/hour

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