• Therapist - Occupational

    Pillar Care Continuum (Livingston, NJ)


    Occupational Therapist/Assistive Technology

     

    Reports To: Principal

    Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM (Part Time 3 days a week)

    Salary: $75,000.00 annually

    ABOUT PILLAR CARE CONTINUUM

    Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees.

    Position Summary:

    Pillar Care Continuum is seeking a dedicated and innovative Occupational Therapist / Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist to join our interdisciplinary team. This role combines therapeutic expertise with cutting-edge assistive technology to support student learning, independence, and overall development. The OT/AT Specialist will assess student needs, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate closely with educators, families, and support staff to promote student success in educational settings.

     

    Benefits : Paid Sick Leave, 401(k) eligibility after 500 hours worked

    Responsibilities :

    + Conduct comprehensive formal and informal assessments; analyze data and document progress with clarity and precision

    + Develop educationally relevant IEP goals and objectives in collaboration with teaching staff

    + Design, implement, and adjust therapy programs for both individual and group sessions

    + Maintain accurate and timely documentation using required formats and service-related records

    + Participate actively in department, staff, team meetings, and school clinics

    + Coordinate and schedule specialized therapeutic sessions (e.g., aquatic therapy, hippotherapy, if applicable)

    + Design, fabricate, and maintain therapeutic equipment; recommend and monitor appropriate assistive technology solutions

    + Supervise Therapy Assistants, Aides, and students; cosign documentation per professional standards and licensing regulations

    + Maintain open and effective communication with families, guardians, and child study team case managers

    + Collaborate with classroom and resource staff to integrate therapy into daily routines and learning environments

    + Engage in ongoing professional development and provide in-service training as needed

    + Conduct home or community visits when necessary to support student needs

    + Identify candidates for Assistive Technology services and support their inclusion in programming

    + Plan and implement specialized educational activities and equipment, including:

    + Alternate access methods

    + Augmentative and alternative communication systems

    + Adaptive play and pre-vocational tools

    + Powered mobility and mounting systems

    + Environmental control units

    + Train and coach staff, families, and students on AT tools and strategies

    + Stay current with evidence-based practices, emerging technologies, and intervention methods in AT

    + Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or Pillar management

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (Master’s preferred)

    + NBCOT Certification

    + Valid NJ Occupational Therapy License

    + NJ Department of Education OT Certification

    + Strong foundation in child development, therapeutic techniques, and assistive technology

    + Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

     

    Pillar Care Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

     

    Learn more about our schools here: Pillar Care | Special Needs Schools NJ (pillarnj.org) (https://pillarnj.org/services/special-needs-schools/)