Occupational Therapist - Part Time (Sign-on Bonus

Join Our Team

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic Occupational Therapist that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

Why Choose Us?

• MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated
• We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members
• Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children
• We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday
• Strong commitment to professional development with 5 days per year of guest speakers, workshops, and open forums
• Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors
• Consideration for future part-time and full-time openings
• Flexible schedule
• Join an organization where you can help build each child’s program from the ground up
• Work collaboratively with members of transdisciplinary teams
• Opportunities for growth across all companies

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Behavioral Center!

Job Details

Job Type

Part Time/Fee for Service Occupational Therapist for center-based student

Job Hours

Tues 10:45am-11:30am or 3:20pm-4:30pm; Thurs 10:45am-11:30am; Fri 11:30am-1:15pm

Job Location

Manhattan Day School 310 West 75th Street, New York, NY 10023

Job Compensation

$500 Sign on Bonus ($250/start, $250/90 days) - $80-$90 per 45 min session, $100-$110 per hr. based on education, experience, and certifications. 

Your Impact Here at MBC

• Providing direct therapy on a 1:1 basis to children with autism and other special needs.
• Prepare and organize therapy materials prior to each session
• Complete daily session notes
• Provide formal and informal occupational therapy assessments of clients on their caseload
• Develop and write annual goals and objectives for each client on caseload
• Write semi-annual progress reports describing clients’ acquisition towards established goals
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary setting with other providers (e.g., BCBA's, SLP's, and PT's) that are clients’ team members
• Build and maintain a professional and positive relationship with parents/caregivers and outside providers by ensuring frequent communication (e.g., check-ins, recurring updates, etc.)
• Submit all thorough and complete paperwork in a timely manner to the OT clinical supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Current New York State Occupational Therapy License
• Experience working with children with autism.
• Must have a compatible device (iPad, Laptop etc.) to use for electronic notes

Manhattan Behavioral Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Behavioral Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Behavioral Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment

Manhattan Behavioral Center, a growing clinical resource for families and people with autism and related disabilities, is here to support each person’s program from the ground up. Individually tailored, structured, and engaging services are created and executed with clinical integrity according to each person’s needs. Our services range from educationally based programming to a scientifically backed analytical approach to behavior.

We are a partner in research and services with The Manhattan Children’s Center, a world-class educational and therapeutic facility for children with special needs.

The MBC difference is our trans-disciplinary approach. Transcending traditional therapeutic models by disseminating and carrying out expert concepts across all settings and providers.