Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview :

Kids First is a fast-growing therapy clinic serving clients in Monsey, NY and the surrounding areas.  We are devoted to providing quality service to individuals and families. Our therapists help children and young adults with a variety of services including Speech & Language Pathology (SLP), Behavioral Therapy, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Occupational Therapy.

Kids First is looking for passionate people who want to help make a difference in the lives of the children we serve. More than a company, we are a community of purpose-driven individuals that value inclusivity, curiosity, and providing incredible service with a heart.

Job Overview :

The Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) helps children develop skills to overcome physical or cognitive challenges and participate in daily activities.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assessment : Evaluate client’s physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities and limitations to determine their therapy needs
• Develop treatment plans : Creating a plan with goals, interventions, and timelines
• Provide therapy : Work with children one-on-one, in the clinic or their school,  to help them perform everyday tasks and reach their goals.  Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL).
• Educate : Teach the child, their family, and caregivers how to use adaptive equipment and strategies to support the child's therapy goals
• Collaboration : Work with other healthcare providers, such as physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care
• Monitor progress : Tracking the child's progress to ensure they are meeting their goals and adjust treatment plans as needed. Observe, note and report on the progress of long-term and short-term treatment goals.
• Documentation : Collect data and document processes followed.  Submit paperwork to the agency within established deadlines.

Skills and Qualifications :

Why Choose Kids First?

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