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About the Role

This is a center-based Occupational Therapist (OT) role serving children with an average age range of 2-7 years, focused on early intervention, social development, and school readiness. You'll work in a collaborative clinical environment that primarily focuses on center-based services for early learners (ages 2-7) with strong clinical, administrative, and leadership support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy services with clients aged 2-7 y/o
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clients’ goals and needs
• Help clients improve speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
• Maintain timely and accurate client records and reports
• Collaborate with other healthcare and behavioral professionals to coordinate client care
• Educate families on strategies for managing conditions and maximizing independence

Requirements

• New York State Occupational Therapy License
• Experience working with children
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Fluent in English
• Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, as well as bend, kneel, or squat to remain at eye level with clients.
• Capable of prolonged periods of standing and sitting throughout the day.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
• Capable of managing unpredictable and frequent aggressive and/or physically demanding behaviors and executing emergency intervention protocols in accordance with clinical training.

Skills

• Communication
• Organization
• Leadership
• English fluency
• Other language fluency (preferred)

Location

• Latham, NY

Work Type

• Full Time
• Center-based

Experience Level

• Experience working with children

Salary/Compensations

• $75,000-85,000

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• 13 days PTO + separate sick time
• 9 paid holidays
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• CEU/ PDU reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development

About the Company

• At Ascend, we aren’t just providing therapy; we are elevating the standard of care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As a center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider, our mission is to prepare every child and their family for the next big step in their lives. We believe that by focusing on school readiness and holistic family success, we can create lasting outcomes that extend far beyond our center walls. Join a team dedicated to clinical excellence and the long-term success of the families we serve.

Equal Opportunity

• Ascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to make all personnel decisions without discriminating based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, physical disability, mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national or ethnic origin, and any other protected status.