Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

EmpowerED Care is a trauma-informed, family-centered agency dedicated to strengthening and stabilizing high-risk children and families. Our Early Intervention Occupational Therapists help infants and toddlers develop fine motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care abilities , ensuring they thrive in daily life.

We have multiple locations that we service around New York City; Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.

We can offer Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract positions. We offer a flexible schedule with remote/hybrid work with travel to patients within your community.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment & Diagnosis

• Conduct evaluations to identify sensory integration challenges, fine motor delays, and self-care difficulties .
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on developmental milestones and family needs.

Therapeutic Intervention

• Provide play-based, structured therapy to enhance grasping, hand-eye coordination, and sensory regulation .
• Utilize adaptive equipment to support daily living skills and independence .

Family & Caregiver Support

• Educate parents on sensory-friendly strategies, feeding techniques, and self-care routines .
• Provide guidance on assistive devices for fine motor development.

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Work closely with physical therapists, speech therapists, educators, and social workers to create holistic intervention strategies.
• Advocate for early intervention services and educate families on the importance of occupational therapy .

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of therapy sessions, progress reports, and treatment adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal early intervention regulations .

 

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• Licensing: Valid OT license & certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Experience: 1-3 years in early intervention or pediatric occupational therapy preferred
• Skills: Strong knowledge of child development, sensory integration, and adaptive equipment
• Soft Skills: Compassionate, patient, and excellent communication skills

Company Description

WHERE CARE MEETS EXPERTISE - HEALING-CENTERED SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AND COMMUNITIES

EmpowerED Care is a trauma-informed, family-centered agency committed to transforming lives through education, therapeutic intervention, and community-based support. Lead by clinicians with lived experiences in high risk-high need communities, we believe that learning, communication, and personal growth are lifelong journeys—deserving of specialized, compassionate services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities.

Company Description

WHERE CARE MEETS EXPERTISE - HEALING-CENTERED SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AND COMMUNITIES\r\n\r\nEmpowerED Care is a trauma-informed, family-centered agency committed to transforming lives through education, therapeutic intervention, and community-based support. Lead by clinicians with lived experiences in high risk-high need communities, we believe that learning, communication, and personal growth are lifelong journeys—deserving of specialized, compassionate services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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