Occupational Therapist (BLC737) (Evergreen)

Company: Volunteers of America Greater New York
Location: Bronx
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

About Us:Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-GNY) is an anti-poverty organization that seeks to end homelessness in the New York metropolitan area by the year 2050. We focus our continuum of care to address the most prevalent causes of homelessness: (1) lack of affordable housing; (2) unmet health needs, including but not limited to mental health and substance use; and (3) lack of jobs that create wealth. In each of these areas we strive to incorporate strategies that address issues of racial equity. We know that our clients are confronting longstanding barriers to accessing quality housing, healthcare, and employment. Our programs are designed to ensure that our clients do not have to face these challenges alone. Now in our second century of serving those in need, VOA-GNY understands what it takes to heal families and individuals who are in crisis and have experienced trauma. We operate and provide services in emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing for close to 11,000 men, women and children through 65 programs located in New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester annually. We are one of the largest providers of services to families and individuals experiencing homelessness in the Greater New York area, serving survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, and others who have behavioral health or substance use needs. Many of VOA-Greater New York's programs are nationally recognized and meet the rigorous standards of accrediting bodies CARF, COA and the NAEYC. 'Successful applicants must be vaccinated for COVID-19 before their start date with VOA-GNY, unless you have been approved by VOA-GNY for a medical or religious exception to this requirement.' The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy treatment to children in the pre-school setting, performs occupational therapy assessments, supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants and students.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe position requires a New York State License, a Master's Degree in occupational therapy, NBCOT certification, experience and/or training in pediatricsPRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIESImplements the occupational therapy intervention plan directly or in collaboration with others.Screens and evaluates children to obtain and interpret data necessary for planning intervention and for treatment planning.Performs advanced, specialized evaluations or assessments as indicated by an individual child's needs.Documents services as required by Volunteers of America as well as third party payers.Follows to the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as well as Volunteers of America policies and procedures.Maintains treatment areas, and equipment as required.Supervises occupational therapy practitioners (OTA's), occupational therapy students and other staff performing supportive services as a part of service provision.Participate in professional development activities as mandated by the Volunteers of America and by the requirements for the continuation of occupational therapy licensure. Make a living by making a difference. Apply online today! Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Other details Job Family : Therapist-Physical/Occupational/Speech/Art Pay Type : Salary Required Education : Master's Degree

Keywords: Volunteers of America Greater New York, New Rochelle , Occupational Therapist (BLC737) (Evergreen), Healthcare , Bronx, New York