Logo
RWJBarnabas Health

Occupational Therapist - School Services - Mercer County, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health, Mountainside, New Jersey, us, 07092

Save Job

Job Title: Occupational Therapist Location: Mountainside (MTN), New Jersey

Department: SPF - School Based Therapies

Req #: 0000229225

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $53,821.00 - $62,098.00 per year

Job Overview Focused on supporting and improving a child's ability to participate as successfully and fully in their school environment utilizing occupational therapy methods and methodologies. This position is based in Mountainside, New Jersey.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

NJ Occupational Therapy License.

School Certification in NJ.

Preferred:

Pediatric affiliation.

Certifications and Licenses Required

NJ Occupational Therapy License.

School Certification in NJ.

Scheduling Requirements

10-month salary with opportunity for additional summer work.

30 hours/week.

Full Time.

Essential Functions

Available during the regular school hours at assigned site and for required meetings within the parameters of the scheduled work day.

Is adept in utilizing the educational model of service vs. the medical model of service in regards to the development and maintenance of a student's therapy program.

Demonstrates good and timely communication skills to receive or convey essential and important information (i.e., reports and evaluations) to pertinent educational staff, CSH School Services staff, parents, student and other necessary entities.

Will participate in IEP and other school meetings when appropriate. Such meetings could be in‑person, by phone or by virtual meeting platform.

Displays good collaborative skills which are crucial in formulating a specialized transdisciplinary plan for a student in their educational program.

Provides necessary instruction, training, supervision and monitoring of school personnel in the use of a prescribed therapeutic plan, technique, or modality.

Carrying out assessment, reassessment and evaluation procedures for referred students, meeting district and CSH School Services requirements and timelines.

Plans, develops and implements therapeutic interventions that are goal oriented and educationally relevant.

Completes all necessary documentation, databases, schedules and billing logs in accordance with CSH School Services department policy and assigned district/school's policy.

Maintains and is accountable for therapy inventory and equipment.

Completes all assigned mandatory education requirements within stated timeframes.

May, in conjunction with Fieldwork Coordinator, supervise clinical fieldwork students according to stated student program objectives.

Supports efforts to accomplish the goals of Children's Specialized Hospital's School Services, representative of our organization - not as an independent contractor - adhering to the noncompete policies of the organization.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & long term Disability

Life & accidental death insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., pet insurance)

Discounts through our partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient‑centered, high‑quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best‑in‑class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high‑quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Legal Statement RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

#J-18808-Ljbffr