Occupational Therapist

Must be able to consistently and successfully perform all essential functions of the position as outlined in the classroom standards manual.

• Deliver services as mandated.

• Create and maintain all required documentation.

• Participate as part of the educational/clinical team for each student.

• Applies best, evidence based, practice methods.

• Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect

• Adheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off

• Perform any other duty as requested by your supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of position skill and/or ability required.

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Bachelor or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from a New York State accredited college or university
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Etc. - Licensed and registered by the State Education Department in Occupational Therapy. Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). Must be First Aid, CPR and SCIP-R certified; fingerprint clearance through Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS).
• COMMUNICATION SKILLS - Displays the ability to convey information to another effectively and efficiently. Displays good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills to help facilitate meaningful sharing of information between people within the organization as well as outside of the organization when necessary. Demonstrates excellent customer service skills to all stakeholders. Stakeholders include but are not limited to, individuals served, peers, supervisors, and external contacts.
• OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES - Ability to receive and follow instructions. Ability to identify and solve problems by acting decisively and showing good judgment. Ability to gather information needed to understand a situation in order to take timely and appropriate action. Ability to know when to involve others during the decision making process. Ability to maintain emotional control and composure when faced with urgent or difficult decisions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.

• sit, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• have full usage of sensory abilities (vision, hearing, speech, and tactile senses)
• perform bodily movements without restriction, with full use of all limbs
• physical ability to successfully apply Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) procedures appropriately for all children participating in programs

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Due to the behavioral disorders of some of the children we serve, persons may be at risk of intentional or unintentional acts of aggression (e.g., hitting, kicking, and biting). The noise level is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

• School

Experience:

• Occupational Therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: In person