Occupational Therapist

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist will provide evaluations and direct interventions to help young children build foundational skills for success in classroom and social settings.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments and provide individual or small-group OT sessions.
• Implement classroom-based sensory and fine-motor supports.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Maintain progress notes and goal documentation.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• NJ Occupational Therapist license (required)
• Bachler's / Master's degree in related field (required)

Qualifications/Experience:

• Pediatric, early childhood, or school-based experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience working with children who have special needs and/or have been diagnosed with a developmental delay.
• Knowledge of and experience with transition services.
• Knowledge and experience with assistive technology, including pictures.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Data driven problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

The Federation participates in the E-Verify program.

The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us via the link on this posting. EOE