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Queens Centers For Progress

Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Pay: $160,160/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Jamaica, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/13/2026

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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

For over 75 years, Queens Centers for Progress (QCP) has been a trusted leader in providing high-quality services to individuals with special needs and developmental challenges. Our Apple Preschool is a dedicated special education preschool for children ages 3 to 5 years with special needs. We provide a warm, supportive and child-centered environment where children, families and staff are valued.. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team. Our bright, welcoming school offers spacious therapy rooms equipped with a wide variety of pediatric therapy materials, sensory equipment and adaptive resources. You will work alongside an experienced Therapy Department Supervisor and a friendly, collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to helping every child succeed.

Work schedule:

School Calendar schedule. Per Diem (15 to 20 hours a week) with the possibility of additional hours based on program needs .

Hours:

8:30 am - 2:30 pm . Flexible scheduling.

Pay:

$72 to $82 per hour, based on experience

Start Date :

September 2026

Responsibilities:

Evaluate students and develop individualized treatment plans Provide direct occupational therapy services Monitor progress and update treatment plans as needed Maintain accurate documentation Complete quarterly and annual progress reports Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families and other team members Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and IEP discussions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Current New York State Occupational Therapist license Pediatric and/or special education experience preferred Strong communications and teamwork skills Compassionate, organized and dedicated to supporting children and families. Why join Apple Pre-School? Bright, friendly and supportive work environment Large, well-equipped therapy rooms with extensive therapy materials and equipment Supportive Therapy Department Supervisor Collaborative multidisciplinary team Queens Centers for Progress is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:

$72.00 - $82.00 per hour

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Pediatric:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

NYS Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location:

In person