Occupational Therapist (Special Education: Powder Mill Campus) $2500 Hiring Incentive

$2500 Hiring Incentive

The Occupational Therapist will perform evaluations and subsequent planning, execution of therapy programs for children with neuromotor dysfunction, sensory integrative disorders and emotional disturbances. The occupational therapist will participate in intra-disciplinary and interdisciplinary training programs for staff, parents and community agencies. The occupational therapist will be involved in the supervision of OT students, COTAs and volunteers/ aides and maintain appropriate student records. In addition, the OT II will develop and coordinate student and staff education programs within area of specialty and assure the continuity in education programs, demonstrating leadership and high level of expertise in their specialty area. The OT II has the potential to participate in clinical research within specialty area.

Powder Mill Campus | Kennedy Krieger Institute

• *Individual must demonstrate competence across all age groups due to the diversity of the children and families served by KKI.
• *Clinical care focus is on the neonate, pediatric, and adolescent populations, as well as some adults with disabilities.
• Ability to provide program development, evaluation, and performance improvement/ performance improvement measures within specialty area.

EDUCATION:

• Baccalaureate Degree required, basic Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy (MA/MS) in OT preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years licensed experience in Occupational Therapy with at least two years documented experience in area of specialty.
• Experience in pediatrics and/or rehabilitation and treatment preferred.

Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, student debt relief program, free parking and child care subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities.

EOE/M/F/D/V