Simply Innovative Therapies
Location
Town of Smithtown, New York
Salary
$67 - $83 / HOUR
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat pediatric patients with developmental delays and sensory challenges in home, school, and community settings. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with families and educators to support functional skill development.
Candidates must hold a current New York State Occupational Therapist license and a Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy. Pediatric experience is preferred, and the ability to pass background checks is required.
We are seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide pediatric occupational therapy services for Early Intervention (birth–3) or school-age students across home, school, and community settings on Long Island. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat children with developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, fine motor and visual-motor deficits, and functional skill needs. This role emphasizes practical, individualized interventions that support participation in daily routines, academic tasks, and age-appropriate activities. The Occupational Therapist will collaborate with families, educators, service coordinators, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent and effective service delivery across environments. Responsibilities include: Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for EI and school-age students Provide direct occupational therapy services in home-based EI and school-based or community settings Address fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, play, and functional participation Collaborate with families, teachers, and related service providers to support carryover of skills Complete required documentation including evaluations, session notes, and progress reports Provide consultation and strategies to caregivers and school staff as appropriate Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with New York State and AOTA guidelines
Current New York State Occupational Therapist license required Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Pediatric experience preferred; EI and/or school-based experience a plus but not required Ability to pass required background checks and clearances Strong communication, organization, and clinical reasoning skills Ability to work independently across multiple settings while collaborating with a team Professional, reliable, flexible, and child-focused
Flexible schedule Health Insurance Retirement Accounts Ongoing clinical support Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time
Market context
In New York, Occupational Therapist roles in school and pediatric settings are typically driven by ongoing student support needs and compliance with service plans. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a master’s degree, current NYS licensure, pediatric experience, and the ability to guide paraprofessional staff. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight child-focused OT experience and supervision skills.
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