Occupational Therapist - Manhattan Children's Center - Lower School & Upper School

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Manhattan Children’s Center (MCC) is seeking a positive, dynamic Occupational Therapist that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

About Manhattan Children’s Center

Manhattan Children’s Center is a world-class educational and therapeutic facility for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Students ages 5 - 21 years and their families are supported through a transdisciplinary model. We are distinguished through our commitment to realizing each child’s potential as an individual, as a family member, and as a valued, functional member of the community.

Due to the complex and challenging nature of ASD, our education and training model incorporates a one-to-one instructional approach facilitated by: ABA, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Skills Through Peer Instruction, and Family Training.

MENTORSHIP

At MCC we facilitate a structured and consistent ecosystem of supervision and mentorship. Whether experienced or not, staff therapists participate in weekly supervision meetings that are part of their schedule to discuss intervention plans and any related issues for each of the students on their caseload. In addition, co-treats for each student on the therapist's caseload are scheduled on a recurring basis with a minimum frequency of once a month. The department meets as a group once a week and we conduct a monthly journal club. Furthermore, training workshops from OT's, SLP's and ABA supervisors are provided throughout the year and we also provide a stipend for continuing education courses. Staff therapists work closely with their supervisors to develop annual treatment goals and semi annual progress reports.

Job Details

Title/ Position

Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist

Hours

Mon through Thurs 8:15 am-4:15 pm; Fri 8:15am – 3:00pm

Location

Manhattan, NY

Job Compensation

$73,000-$80,000 based on education, experience, and certifications.

Generous Benefits Include

• Paid time off (PTO) in addition to paid company closures during the last week of December, President’s Day week (February), Spring Break (April), 1st week of July, and the last two weeks of August
• Affordable health insurance plans to support employee well-being
• Employer retirement plan
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• MCC Supports employee growth. As part of our team, you'll have access to a variety of educational opportunities
  
  

Your Impact Here at MCC

• Individual treatment:
• Lower School: This includes working with a caseload of 16 students who receive two 30-minute sessions a week and providing lunch consultations and groups that consist of 120 minutes per week.
• Upper School: This includes working with a caseload of 11 students who receive two 45-minute sessions a week, and providing lunch consultations and groups that consist of 120 minutes per week. Case management of assigned students, including required documentation.
• Consult with parents, teachers, speech language pathologists and other team members.
• Supervision of occupational therapy fieldwork students and volunteers including consultation and direct modeling as needed.
• Develop and conduct appropriate staff and parent in-services and workshops.
• Intakes/screenings of children and families, when requested.
• Assist in conducting program review and quality assurance activities.
• Participate in the identification, formulation, and implementation of yearly goals and objectives to enhance and ensure quality care and smooth MCC operations
  

Requirements

• Current New York State Occupational Therapy License
• Maintain AOTA guidelines and ethical standards
• Experience working with children with autism.
  
  

Why Choose Us?

• At MCC we emphasize staff training and mentoring that is facilitated through close supervision and consistent professional training and development with 5 days per year of guest speakers, workshops, and open forums
• MCC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where authenticity is celebrated, and everyone can pursue their related interests.
• We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members.
• Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children
• We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday
• Monitor sensory gym and classroom environment to ensure high quality service delivery, making, developing and implementing suggested changes.
• Intakes/screenings of children and families, when requested.
• Assist in conducting program review and quality assurance activities, including treatment notes reviews, satisfaction surveys,
• Participate in the identification, formulation, and implementation of yearly goals and objectives to enhance and ensure quality care and smooth MCC operations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
  
  

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Children’s Center!

Manhattan Children’s Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Children’s Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Children’s Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.