Occupational Therapist Evaluator- School age Eastern Suffolk, NY

Occupational Therapist Evaluator – School Age

Location: School Districts throughout Eastern Suffolk, NY

Status: Fee for Service

Hours: Monday‑Friday, following school calendar (flexible scheduling)

Compensation: $160 per evaluation

Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. The position may be full‑time or fee‑for‑service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

• Generous Paid Time Off (between 25–28 days!)
• 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25‑1/1
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program

We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and Pet Insurance). Additionally:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program

• Administer and write up occupational therapy evaluations on agency-provided template forms and submit in a timely manner.
• Update student IEP drafts and create appropriate goals, as needed.
• Maintain ongoing communication with lead supervisors & coordinators, specifically related to case management.
• Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
• Create and maintain schedules with assigned individual families/school personnel.
• Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.

Attributes:

• Passionate about working with children and their families
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
• Self‑starter and independent problem‑solver
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Strong values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and dynamic environment
• Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
• Team player
• Life‑long learner committed to personal development

Background:

• Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current New York State Occupational Therapy License.
• 3+ years experience providing OT services and evaluations to school‑age students (5‑21).
• Familiar with standardized assessments such as the BOT‑3, DTVP‑3, Beery VMI, and Sensory Profile.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Disclaimer: Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at , which supersedes all other sources and job sites.

Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

We look forward to receiving your resume!