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NYC Behavior Specialists
New York, New York

Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$332.8K–$374.4K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

About the Role

Join NYC Behavior Specialists LLC as an Occupational Therapist, where you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals through tailored therapeutic interventions. Be part of a dedicated team in the heart of New York, NY, committed to empowering clients and enhancing their quality of life.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct assessments to develop personalized treatment plans for clients.
  • Implement therapeutic interventions to improve daily living skills.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care.
  • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
  • Educate clients and families on strategies for success.
  • Document client progress and maintain accurate records.
  • Stay updated on best practices and advancements in occupational therapy.
  • Participate in professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Current state licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Experience in pediatric or adult therapy preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Compassionate demeanor with a client-centered approach.
  • Proficiency in documentation and electronic health records.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

About Us

NYC Behavior Specialists LLC has been delivering exceptional behavioral health services for over a decade. Our clients appreciate our personalized approach and dedication to their well-being, while our employees enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters growth and development.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Client AssessmentTreatment PlanningMultidisciplinary CollaborationClient EducationClinical DocumentationInterpersonal CommunicationPediatric Therapy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New York, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (314 salary observations; 1,033 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,153 salary observations; 28,851 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in New York?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapyranked against 9,043 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $104k (middle half $88k–$116k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026
New York vs national$94k median in New York$97k nationally (−4%)314 state / 5,153 national salary observations
Cost of livingNew York index 107.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in New York363 active9,041 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 48% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 7% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 7% offer loan repayment405 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,240 in the last 30 days1,705 the 30 days before (+90%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+4.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,043 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at NYC Behavior Specialists a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,043 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

10 jobs
2
<$155k
2
$156k
1
$166k
3
$185k-415k
2
$416k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

12 jobs
401k / retirement match
92%
Sign-on bonus
50%
CME allowance
50%
Loan repayment
8%
PSLF eligible
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Family of Kidz · Riverhead, New York

$60-$200/hr
#2

Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based - Sign-On Bonus

Family of Kidz · New York, New York

$60-$200/hr
#3

Home Health Occupational Therapist

$154k-$207k
#4

Occupational Therapist (OT)

$80-$90/hr
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.