Occupational Therapist Position Available In Allegheny, Pennsylvania

Occupational Therapist

Location:

The Day School at The Children’s Institute, 1405 Shady Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

Entry-Level Salary:

$52,800/year. Additional compensation based on experience.

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. This is a 10-month position. About the Team
The Day School is an approved private school licensed by the Pennsylvania Bureau of Private Academic Schools and approved as a special education school by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Families and school districts alike have connected with our expert educational team to bring specialized education and related services, including autism support and multiple disabilities support, to nearly 200 students from 60+ school districts across western Pennsylvania each year.
About the Position
The Occupational Therapist provides comprehensive Occupational therapy services to students, and participates as a related service in delivering an educational program aimed at allowing each student to attain his or her maximum functional potential. He or she works with other staff members as an integral part of a professional team to provide an appropriate educational program for each student.
Responsibilities
Provides screening and/or complete evaluation of Occupational therapy needs of students.
Develops specific Occupational therapy plans for use with students.
Trains, assists, and consults with other members of classroom teams to maximize effective implementation of Occupational therapy goals throughout the school day.
Demonstrates competency in both group and individual Occupational Therapy activities.
Clearly demonstrates competency in delivering individual and group therapy sessions.
Qualifications
BS, MS certificate, OTR from an accredited Occupational Therapy Department from a college/university.
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania
Successful completion of a pediatric affiliation or previous experience with a pediatric population is preferred.
Act 33/34 Clearances; FBI Clearance.
Amazing Benefits
We’re proud to offer generous benefits to our team members. Regular full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits:
Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networks Dental and Vision-Free coverage for team members. Personal/Sick Time and Holidays
Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves
Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks
403b Retirement Plan

• pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
  Student Loan Refinancing Program
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• CI qualifies as non-profit
  Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
  Professional Development/CEU’s
  Life and Short
• & Long-Term Disability insurance
  Credit Union
  Team Member Recognition Events
  Referral bonus
  CPR-employer paid
  Are you looking for a position where you can make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families?

Are you ready to brighten the future of Amazing Children? We want to hear from you!
The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place

• we can’t wait to meet you!

The Children’s Institute does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious creed, AIDS or HIV status, disability, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, union membership, or veteran/military status in employment.