Occupational Therapy (OT) Supervisor

Bronx Center

Job Title: Occupational Therapy (OT) Supervisor

Reports to: Education Director & Director of Human Resources

Job purpose

The Inspired Community Project, Inc.  is seeking an Occupational Therapy (OT) Supervisor to lead our team in delivering high-quality services to early childhood and elementary aged children. This leadership role ensures exceptional therapy delivery, compliance, and professional development while fostering collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

This is more than just a supervisory role, it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on children, families, and a team of dedicated professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide mentorship and clinical supervision to Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), reviewing evaluations, treatment plans, and progress reports to ensure alignment with IFSP and IEP goals
• Lead case reviews, team meetings, and professional development sessions for OTs, COTAs, Behavior Technician Apprentices (BTAs) AND Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), fostering a collaborative work environment and offering guidance on therapy techniques and professional growth.
• Address performance concerns while creating coaching and training plans to foster continuous learning and support growth and accountability.

Program Development & Implementation

• Design and implement OT programs supporting motor, sensory, and daily living skills.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including SPLs, BTAs and RBTs to implement integrated treatment plans that meet developmental milestones and family-centered goals, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Collaborate with BACBs and Lead Group Teachers to develop ideal classroom environments, including arranging materials and structuring instructional spaces.

• Maintain partnerships with local colleges and universities and work jointly with the Director of Human Resources to recruit interns from their OT programs, ensuring adherence to program requirements

Assessment & Treatment Oversight

• Review physician referrals and medical records, oversee assessment procedures, and ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress reports.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and provide clinical recommendations for modifications when needed.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure adherence to clinical standards and regulations.

Family & Community Engagement

• Serve as a liaison between families, therapists, and service coordinators, fostering open communication and collaboration.
• Provide education and training to families, empowering them with strategies to reinforce speech and language development at home.
• Represent The Inspired Community Project, Inc. at community outreach initiatives, workshops, and professional events to advocate for early intervention services

Requirements

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in New York State.
• NBCOT Certification (active and in good standing).
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• 3-5 years of experience working with early childhood and elementary aged children (supervisory experience preferred).

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English-Spanish) a PLUS - role will involve communicating with Spanish-speaking families. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, with a salary premium for bilingual Spanish skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor, inspire, and create a positive team environment.

Schedule

• Full-time: Tuesday-Saturday, 10:30am-6:30pm; onsite - 3681 Bruckner Blvd, Bronx, NY 10461

Pay Rate & Benefits

Pay Rate: $80,000/year - $90,000/year -  weekly payroll (Exempt)

Benefits:

• Medical & 401k- immediately eligible upon hire
• Additional benefits plans to be provided after a waiting period: Dental, Vision | Mental Health Wellness Benefits | Life Insurance | Health Saving Account (HSA) | Commuter Benefits
• PTO: Total 6 weeks [30 days]
• Discretionary PTO Days: [10 Days - can roll over] 2 weeks PTO per calendar year.
• Predetermined PTO Holidays: [11 Days - do not rollover] 
  • MLK Day, Presidents Day, Employee Appreciation Day (March), Autism Advocacy Day (April), Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Thanksgiving & Black Friday
• Predetermined PTO Weeks: [10 days - do not roll over]
  • Last week of August & the week between Christmas and New Year