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The Summit Center

Occupational Therapist

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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

Join Our Team and Make a
Difference Every Day Position:
Occupational Therapist Pay:
$60,000 - $67,000 annually. Sign-on Bonus available.
Location:
Amherst, NY Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week The Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. Why Work With Us? Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!) Up to 12 days of paid time off 14-16 paid holidays annually Potential for annual raises and profit sharing License Reimbursement Ongoing Professional Development On-site mentorship from senior staff Health, dental and vision insurance/Opt-out payment (up to $1,000 per year) Your Impact as an Occupational Therapist The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy service while supporting the transdisciplinary team. Deliver services as mandated Create and maintain all required documentation Participate as part of the educational/clinical team for each student Applies best, evidence based, practice methods Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect Adheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off Perform any other duty as requested by your supervisor EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from a New York State accredited college or university
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Etc .: Licensed and registered by the State Education Department in Occupational Therapy Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT®) Must be First Aid, CPR and SCIP-R certified; fingerprint clearance through Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) At The Summit Center, you'll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference. Experience Preferred 1 year(s): OT Experience Licenses & Certifications Required
THERAPY-OT
license Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.