What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Temporary position at May Institute?
Occupational Therapist-Temporary Req #22932 West Springfield, MA, USA
Job Description May Institute\'s May School in West Springfield, MA, is
seeking temporary coverage for an Occupational Therapist to cover an
upcoming parental leave. Our school offers full-day, year-round
educational services to children and adolescents ages 3 - 22. We focus
on building communication, social, behavioral, vocational, and academic
skills. Part of what sets May Institute apart from other organizations
is our uncompromising commitment to professionalism and excellence. Our
work is grounded in evidence-based ABA practice. Our mission and vision
drive us to understand each person?s unique needs and find effective
means to help each individual reach their potential and live as
independently as possible. What sets us apart Dedicated time for each
student\'s individualized needs OT services as consult instead of direct
which allows flexibility for the specialist to spend time on what the
student needs most each week. This can include, but is not limited to,
working with the student, observing OT programs being run by staff,
training staff, probing new skills, and writing OT programs Training
Staff on OT programs so your programs can be run throughout the week,
allowing students to receive lots of practice Reliable data taken on
your programs by staff so you can review progress easily An environment
of collaboration and support between all team members to best support
the students we serve Access to Occupational Therapy program materials
What You?ll Do Provide consultative OT services to students Assist
classroom staff with conducting assessments and developing IEP goals as
needed Develop formal and informal programs Developing functional
activities to meet the needs of the students Train and provide
consultation to staff as needed Collaborating with classroom staff
regarding students\' OT needs Performing related occupational therapy
services as assigned. Provide consultation notes to be sent home to
parents weekly What you?ll Bring Graduate of an approved program in
occupational therapy Valid and current license as an OT in Massachusetts
Demonstrated commitment to student progress Strong written and oral
Communication Skills Experience Working With Children And/or Adults With
Autism and other developmental disabilities, with a full range of skills
And Abilities Required Experience With Applied Behavior Analysis
preferred Why Join May Institute Compensation Range: \$60-\$65/ hour
Temporary employees may qualify for select benefits based on hours
worked and plan eligibility requirements Temporary coverage needed from
July through December Up to 30 hours per week Flexible - set your own
schedule within a 7:00?4:00 window Are you ready to embark on a journey
of transformation? Join us and let\'s make a difference together!
Job Description May Institute\'s May School in West Springfield, MA, is
seeking temporary coverage for an Occupational Therapist to cover an
upcoming parental leave. Our school offers full-day, year-round
educational services to children and adolescents ages 3 - 22. We focus
on building communication, social, behavioral, vocational, and academic
skills. Part of what sets May Institute apart from other organizations
is our uncompromising commitment to professionalism and excellence. Our
work is grounded in evidence-based ABA practice. Our mission and vision
drive us to understand each person?s unique needs and find effective
means to help each individual reach their potential and live as
independently as possible. What sets us apart Dedicated time for each
student\'s individualized needs OT services as consult instead of direct
which allows flexibility for the specialist to spend time on what the
student needs most each week. This can include, but is not limited to,
working with the student, observing OT programs being run by staff,
training staff, probing new skills, and writing OT programs Training
Staff on OT programs so your programs can be run throughout the week,
allowing students to receive lots of practice Reliable data taken on
your programs by staff so you can review progress easily An environment
of collaboration and support between all team members to best support
the students we serve Access to Occupational Therapy program materials
What You?ll Do Provide consultative OT services to students Assist
classroom staff with conducting assessments and developing IEP goals as
needed Develop formal and informal programs Developing functional
activities to meet the needs of the students Train and provide
consultation to staff as needed Collaborating with classroom staff
regarding students\' OT needs Performing related occupational therapy
services as assigned. Provide consultation notes to be sent home to
parents weekly What you?ll Bring Graduate of an approved program in
occupational therapy Valid and current license as an OT in Massachusetts
Demonstrated commitment to student progress Strong written and oral
Communication Skills Experience Working With Children And/or Adults With
Autism and other developmental disabilities, with a full range of skills
And Abilities Required Experience With Applied Behavior Analysis
preferred Why Join May Institute Compensation Range: \$60-\$65/ hour
Temporary employees may qualify for select benefits based on hours
worked and plan eligibility requirements Temporary coverage needed from
July through December Up to 30 hours per week Flexible - set your own
schedule within a 7:00?4:00 window Are you ready to embark on a journey
of transformation? Join us and let\'s make a difference together!
Salary : $65