Occupational Therapist (OT) - Anderson
Partners in Child DevelopmentAbout the role
Description
We are Partners in Child Development, a nonprofit human services organization that has provided individualized educational and therapeutic programming to children and supported their families for over fifty years. We celebrate our foundational and meaningful past while looking toward a bright future of growth and furthering our mission “Nurturing the growth and potential of EVERY child” through innovation, professional development, new therapeutic approaches, and additional programming.
Partners in Child Development provides children of all abilities, ages birth to 12, with a solid foundation for lifelong learning so they can achieve their full potential and thrive. Our family of programs includes: an Approved Private Special Education School, Early Intervention Program, Early Childhood Program, Private Therapies, Regional Consultation Program, and Toddler Playgroups.
The Job
The Anderson School, our oldest program, located in Andover, MA is looking for a part-time, dedicated and caring Occupational Therapist. The school’s program supports students ages 3-12 with multiple disabilities, moderate to severe developmental delays, and complex medical needs. The school is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm and follows a school calendar, including holidays and closing periods, with a summer session. This position is 8-10 hours per week, with the potential to increase hours as we grow in the coming months!
The position is responsible for providing one-to-one and small group occupational therapy to students with identified needs in one or more areas; fine motor, sensory motor, visual perceptual and/or sensory integration skills. The Occupational Therapist will work closely with classroom teachers, parents/guardians, other therapists, nurses, and teaching assistants.
Requirements
- Current Massachusetts OT license
- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
- Experience working with students ages 3-12 in a Special Education setting
- Suitable background and fingerprint checks
- Must be able to sit, bend, kneel, and lift 25 pounds
PCD is proud to offer a supportive team environment with ongoing support and mentoring, as well as a great benefits package including:
- Work Schedule: schedule is 8-10 hours weekly for 11 months of the year following the school calendar with a summer session
- Time Off: Paid time off based on your work schedule
- Registered Dietitian Services
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, including child & elder care & work-life solution location services, legal guidance for major life events, identity theft support services, retirement & financial planning
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Ongoing Employee Recognition Programs
- Generous Employee Referral bonuses
- Professional development & training opportunities
- Student Loans: As an employee, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness
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