Job Description
We are currently looking for a part-time Occupational Therapist for 3 days/week (days flexible) at our Preschool Program located in Queens. Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. SUMMARY Under general direction, is responsible for evaluating and treating students in order to facilitate rehabilitation and independence in daily living skills of children with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Duties and activities may vary based on assignments and programs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist will include, but are not limited to the following: Evaluates children referred to the program to establish learning and performance capabilities and develop a treatment plan to attain established goals working within the scope of the student's disability. Evaluation includes activities of daily living (feeding, dressing, grooming, hygiene, transfers), fine motor and gross motor skills, sensory awareness, perceptual motor skills, homemaking, and independent living skills. Develops a treatment plan and goal based on assessment. Selects educational, recreational, and social activities in order to aid students in adjusting to their disability and teaches ad