Occupational Therapist - Registered (OTR)

What does our Occupational Therapist do?

Help people build the skills and confidence to live more independently. As an Occupational Therapist at The Arc Lexington, you will join our Clinical Services team to support people with disabilities in developing, maintaining, or regaining skills for daily living, home activities, and work.

You will assess each person's needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy in our Article 16 Clinic and residential and day program settings. Working closely with other clinicians, staff, and families, you will help turn therapy goals into practical strategies that support each person's independence and quality of life.

Your role also includes providing clinical guidance and supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants, supporting student fieldwork placements, and training staff in areas such as dressing, bathing, dining, transfers, and adaptive equipment. You will monitor progress, maintain accurate clinical records, and help ensure continued support through home programs, staff and family education, and follow-up recommendations.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist license and registration through the New York State Education Department.

• Valid New York State driver's license, a safe driving record, and the ability to travel among locations in Fulton, Schoharie, and Albany counties.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills to provide clinical guidance, train staff, and maintain timely documentation.

• Ability to meet the position's physical responsibilities and maintain required SCIP-R, First Aid, and CPR certifications.

What can The Arc Lexington offer you?

• Competitive starting pay.

• Generous paid time off.

• Paid training and opportunities for professional development.

• A comprehensive, low-cost benefits package.

Why work at The Arc Lexington?

At The Arc Lexington, your work helps people pursue their goals, build independence, and participate more fully in their communities. You will be part of a supportive team where your clinical knowledge, ideas, and contributions are valued-and where the progress you help someone make can have a lasting impact on their everyday life.

We hope you will join us in making a difference. Apply today!

The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws ("each a "Protected Characteristic"). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.