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Part Time School Based Occupational Therapist Subcontractor

Cedar Communities · Garden City, NY, US

Spotted 11h ago

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On-site
Posted
Nov 5, 2026
Last confirmed open
Nov 6, 2026
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About this role

Job Summary

Mentorship Provided!

As a part-time, school-based Occupational Therapist subcontractor, you’ll help students with disabilities build skills for participation in learning and daily school routines. You’ll assess student needs, develop and implement individualized occupational therapy programs, and coordinate with families and school teams.

This role focuses on pediatric occupational therapy and may include supporting students with autism spectrum disorders and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct occupational therapy assessments and develop, implement, and update treatment plans.
  • Support students with activities of daily living (ADLs), functional skills, and access to school activities.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation
  • Communicate with students, families, educators, and clinical partners; collaborate with special education and speech therapy teams.
  • Apply evidence-based practice and follow applicable school and clinical requirements.

Skills

  • Required: Occupational therapy expertise, pediatric occupational therapy experience, school experience, and experience working with students with disabilities or special education needs.
  • Required: Strong client communication, clinical documentation, medical terminology, and interprofessional collaboration skills.
  • Preferred: Experience supporting individuals with autism, disabilities, or neurodevelopmental disorders; knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
  • Additional experience in early intervention, acute or inpatient care, intensive care unit (ICU), outpatient or clinic settings, physical rehabilitation, occupational health, geriatrics, skilled nursing facilities, post-acute care, or home health is welcome.
  • Familiarity with patient care, assisting with ADLs, care plans, treatment plan development, occupational therapy program implementation, EHR management, and medical documentation is valuable.

New Graduates Welcome!!

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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