Occupational Therapist

New Story Schools
Orrtanna, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/4/2024 CLOSED ON 7/20/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at New Story Schools?

Do you have a passion for education and being a part of a mission-driven organization? Do you want to join a fast-growing company with excellent benefits, such as 100% company-sponsored employee medical coverage, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and so much more?

New Story Schools in Carlisle, PA seeks a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide services to students as indicated in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and serve as a multidisciplinary team member. The Occupational Therapist will promote the development and functioning of the student’s fine motor, perceptual, and self-care skills. The starting salary is based on experience. A valid PA Occupational Therapist professional license and certification from NBCOT are required. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is being offered for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, administer, and interpret appropriate testing to gather data for the development and/or revision of the IEP.
  • Develop and implement individualized IEP goals and objectives aiming to promote fine motor, perceptual motor, self-care,

sensory integrative skills, and play activities, as well as neuromuscular function.

  • Monitor and revise IEP goals and objectives as needed and communicate with all team members to ensure the

effectiveness of services provided.

  • Work collaboratively with other members of the student’s multidisciplinary team, other related service professionals, school

district personnel, outside service providers, and the student’s family to design and implement appropriate services.

  • Demonstrate appropriate behavior management strategies and techniques, including knowledge of student privileges and

responsibilities.

  • Complete weekly reports and provide this information to teachers and parents/guardians.
  • Adhere to deadlines for submission of IEP goals/objectives, Progress Reports, Re-evaluation reports, and any other

paperwork required by the state or school district.

  • Attend multidisciplinary team and IEP meetings and other meetings as assigned.
  • Utilize verbal non-violent crisis intervention techniques as needed.

Benefits

Eligible New Story Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401K with 100% vested company contribution

Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Incentive Program

Employee Discount Program

Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items

New Story School is an educational organization comprised of special education schools in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with autism or emotional/behavioral disorders. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate with families, school districts, and community partners to empower children to overcome challenges and create new stories in their lives.

New Story Schools is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website .

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ExperienceRequired1 year(s): Experience providing occupational therapy to children

EducationRequiredBachelors or better in Occupational Therapy

PreferredMasters Or Better In Occupational Therapy

Licenses & CertificationsRequiredLic Occ Therapist
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