http://www.birchtreecenter.org/

The Birchtree Center is an expanding not-for-profit organization based in Portsmouth, NH, that provides year-round educational services to students with autism ranging in age from 2-21 years.  The Birchtree Center offers comprehensive training and supervision within a supportive educational team environment.

We have the following immediate openings:

Occupational Therapist or COTA

(full-time)

We are currently looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team!  The Occupational Therapist will be the leader in the creation, implementation and overall supervision of the OT program in our school.  They will be responsible for the evaluation and collaboration with other team members in order to facilitate the development of IEPs and individualized OT programs.   The Occupational Therapist will integrate OT programming within the framework of Applied Behavior Analysis.  The OT will consult with non-occupational therapy support personnel (Clinical Instructors) to achieve student outcomes.  This person will also provide continuing education and in-services for school personnel and parents.

Position Requirements:  A graduate degree from an accredited occupational therapy professional program is required.  Three to five years of experience working with students with autism.  Must be registered and/or eligible for certification by the NBCOT and must hold a current license from the NH Occupational Therapy Governing Board.  The ideal candidate will have advanced training in sensory processing/integration theory and intervention and have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.  We will consider a seasoned COTA with experience working with students with autism. 

The Birchtree Center offers a competitive salary and EXCEPTIONAL benefits to its team!  All interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter and salary requirements to the Human Resources Director at the address below.

Posted 11/8/11.

Center-Based Clinical Instructors

(full-time)

This is a full-time position in our center-based program in Newington, NH. The qualified person will provide direct 1:1 instruction to a student with autism, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis principles. Training and supervision are provided. A BA/BS in a related field is required; General Special Education certification and experience working with students with autism is a plus. Salary is competitive.  Benefits include Medical, Dental and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and optional life insurance (all after waiting period); 403(b) retirement plan available.

Posted 12/14/11. 

To Apply

Send resume with cover letter by post, email, or fax to:

Human Resources Director
The Birchtree Center
2064 Woodbury Avenue, Suite 204
Newington, NH 03801-2808

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