Thrive By 5·Rochester, New York
The role involves providing individual and group therapy sessions in various settings, along with documenting therapy sessions and collaborating with parents and other professionals. The mission is to enhance children's development by providing services in their natural environments.
Thrive By 5 is a pediatric therapy agency providing services to children birth-5 years old. We are seeking a strong part time or full time Occupational Therapists to provide early intervention and/or CPSE services in Monroe County. We take great pride in the work we do and have a strong reputation in the field. Essential duties and responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities are not limited to the following: Work 1:1 with developmentally delayed children and their families using an embedded coaching model to provide support, information, and skills to promote generalization/maintenance of goals and enhance the development of the child Provide home and community based occupational therapy, which includes reviewing IFSP/IEP goals and objectives Collaborate with other service providers to support IFSP/IEP goals and objectives, including Speech Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Special Instructors Complete session notes and progress reports as required by the Early Intervention/CPSE program
M.A. or M.S. degree in Occupational Therapy NYS License in Occupational Therapy required Must demonstrate excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills Must be able to collaborate with the clinical team and all related service providers on a caseload Our mission is to provide the best possible services to children in their natural environments. We strive to teach families ways they can incorporate learning opportunities into their everyday routines. We work with families to find the right support to make their child successful in life. We believe that all families, with the right resources, can enhance their child's development. We offer a supportive and progressive work environment with competitive compensation, benefit eligibility for full-time employees, retirement, flexible workdays and professional development. Please include cover letter and resume. Visit us at www.thriveby-5.com
The job posting does not specify particular educational or certification requirements, but it is implied that candidates should be qualified Occupational Therapists or COTAs. Experience in early intervention and collaboration with families and educators is likely beneficial.
Market context
In New York, early childhood Occupational Therapist and COTA roles are typically driven by ongoing demand for developmental support in schools and early intervention settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for candidates who can work closely with families and educators while handling a broad range of pediatric needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure, early intervention experience, and collaboration expectations in the original posting.
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