Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Occupational Therapist shall:

Hold a Philadelphia Department of Education certification as a School Occupational Therapist.

Have at least two years previous school/pediatric OT experience

Preferably have experience working with special education students

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of effective occupational therapy techniques and strategies

Demonstrate enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Occupational Therapist at Y.A.L.E. School assumes the professional responsibility for providing experiences and supervision of assigned students in a safe, supportive and positive therapeutic environment that develops in each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed their assigned goals and objectives. Achieving excellence requires the Occupational Therapist to work collaboratively with other members of the school staff and with parents.

In addition, the Occupational Therapist will strive to meet the criteria for the delivery of quality therapy, using data to drive therapy sessions and IEP goals and objectives, the preparation of progress reports, the use of data to drive therapy sessions, and addressing the needs of diverse learners through leadership and professionalism.

The Occupational Therapist at Y.A.L.E. School may be required to work at multiple locations.

Y.A.L.E. School provides a positive approach to learning for students with disabilities 3 to 21 years of age, who need a specialized setting in order to benefit from education.

Established in 1976, Y.A.L.E. School has an impressive track record of success. We are a New Jersey state-approved private school for students with disabilities.

On our campuses, Y.A.L.E. School serves students with social, emotional, learning, and behavioral disabilities from Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Gloucester, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Salem counties. As well as Phildelphia

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Please email cover letter, resume and copy of certification(s).

EOE/MF

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

Role characteristics:

• Children

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• School

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff and students are required to wear a mask. Staff are required to be vaccinated for COVID.

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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