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The Arc Mid-Hudson

Occupational Therapist - Brookside School - Temporary

Pay: $53,716–$59,088/wk

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Cottekill, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$91,315 / year median in New York

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join an amazing team of dedicated professionals at our Brookside Schoo l in Cottekill. This position will provide temporary coverage for a period of three to four months, starting at the beginning of the 2026 - 2027 school year. Under the direction of the Director of Brookside School and the Clinical Coordinator, the Occupational Therapist (OT) is to provide evaluations and services as described in NYS Education Law and as recommended in each student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The OT will complete all necessary documentation regarding progress and recommendations for initial, continued, or additional services. The delivery of occupational therapy services requires a written prescription by a physician. Experience working with pre-school and/or school-age children with disabilities is a plus.

SCHEDULE/HOURS

32.5/Monday through Friday - 8:30 am to 3:00 pm

STARTING SALARY

$ 53,716.07 to $ 59,087.68 per week

Minimum Requirements:

NYS license in Occupational Therapy. Excellent communication skills to be able to articulate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain professional and courteous working relationships with all internal staff and external stakeholders. Experience with both preschool and school-age children with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred. Computer experience including a good working knowledge of

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Temporary Pay:

$53,716.07 - $59,087.68 per year

Work Location:

In person