What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Occupational Therapist - FEE FOR SERVICE position at NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC?
NSCS is looking for FFS Occupational Therapists to join our Early Intervention Team! Harbor Area Early Childhood Services is a passionate team devoted to supporting children and families. Services are provided in home, program, or other community settings which have been identified as clients’ natural environments. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment, and treatment of children between birth through three years of age who are in need of this specialized therapy. This position is available as per diem. Let us know in your cover letter what your preferred schedule is.
FEE FOR SERVICE position: $45/hour.
FEE FOR SERVICE position: $45/hour.
What you’ll do:
- Provide clinical assessments, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of children using individual and group techniques.
- Participate with/or supervises staff for assessments and interventions.
- Administer and interpret client assessment activities as needed.
- Function fully as part of an inter-disciplinary team and attend staff meetings/case conferences.
- Participate in service coordination activities as a team member.
- Prepare written reports as needed. Maintain all required DPH, agency and program required documentation and ensure all client file placement.
- Share knowledge and resources about involved pediatric occupational therapy intervention to client’s parents and staff.
- Provide consultation, training, and in-services to staff as needed.
What you’ll need:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree from a curriculum in Occupational Therapy approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association and licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years experience working with children from birth to three years of age.
- Skills:
- Either be or become Early Intervention certified with DPH.
Salary : $45