Full-Time

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Center Based

Posted on 8/19/2026

Family of Kidz

Family of Kidz

201-500 employees

Therapy and education for special needs

Compensation Overview

$63k - $68k/yr

Islandia, NY, USA

In Person

Works three days in Islandia and two days in local school districts.

Bachelor's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)

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Requirements
  • Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Hold a current New York State Occupational Therapy License or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant licensure.
  • Have a minimum of one year of experience working in a setting focused on supporting children and their families.
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with various professionals.
  • Demonstrate independent problem-solving, time-management, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Be able to function effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Be able to adapt when necessary.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement creative individual and group therapeutic interventions for the assigned caseload.
  • Administer and document occupational therapy evaluations.
  • Communicate and collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Special Educators regarding fine-motor, visual-motor, and sensory needs.
  • Communicate with lead supervisors and coordinators regarding case management.
  • Use students’ behavior-management strategies and behavior-intervention plans during sessions.
  • Maintain professional relationships with families, school districts, and other professionals.
  • Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
  • Create and maintain schedules.
  • Collect data on each Individualized Family Service Plan and Individualized Education Program goal and report progress quarterly.
  • Provide input and attend or teleconference initial Committee on Preschool Special Education and Committee on Special Education meetings and annual reviews.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working with students with autism.
  • Bilingual ability.

Family of Kidz provides a range of therapeutic and educational services for individuals with special needs across the lifespan. A multi-disciplinary team delivers services such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), special instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and mental health support, all aimed at understanding each person’s needs and teaching skills that increase independence and improve quality of life. The approach centers on tailoring supports to the individual and coordinating multiple specialists under one umbrella to address behavioral, educational, and developmental goals. Unlike providers who offer limited services, Family of Kidz combines multiple therapies and supports in one coordinated program, helping clients progress from birth through adulthood. The goal is to help individuals with special needs overcome barriers to progress and gain new skills for greater independence and better outcomes.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Town of North Hempstead, New York

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • February 2026 blog activity shows active recruitment and family education marketing.
  • Multiple 2026 locations, including Farmingdale, Great Neck, and White Plains, support expansion.
  • Demand for preschool special education and home-based development services stays structurally strong.

What critics are saying

  • January 2026 abuse allegations tied to employee John O'Dwyer damage trust and referrals.
  • Indeed reviews in 2026 complain of overwork, weak management, and turnover.
  • Private-pay positioning without health insurance limits access and exposes revenue to reimbursement pressure.

What makes Family of Kidz unique

  • Family of Kidz spans speech, occupational, physical, behavioral, and mental health services.
  • Westbury headquarters anchors a dense Long Island and Westchester clinic network.
  • The 2023 Westchester Therapy Solutions acquisition broadened regional pediatric therapy coverage.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development Budget

Legal Services

Team Building Events

Incentive Program

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
Business Wire
Nov 22nd, 2023
Generational Equity Advises Westchester Therapy Solutions in its Sale to Family of Kidz

Westchester Therapy Solutions, a Generational Equity client, was acquired by Family of Kidz.