Full-Time School-Based Pediatric OT - Union County

RWJBarnabas Health; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Specialized Hospital, part of RWJBarnabas Health, seeks a School Services Occupational Therapist to support a school district in Union County, NJ. You will deliver school-based OT services to students, collaborating with educators, families, and a multidisciplinary team to promote participation and educational success.

A typical day includes evaluations, goal-directed plans, IEP participation, consultation with staff, documentation, and supervision of fieldwork students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in OT from an accredited program.
• Current NJ OT license and valid New Jersey School Certification.
• Pediatric or school-based clinical experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• Knowledge of school-based OT evaluation techniques and IEP development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT evaluations and assessments to identify educational therapy needs.
• Develop and implement goal-oriented intervention plans for participation and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and school staff to support IEP goals.
• Attend IEP and school team meetings and provide clinical recommendations.
• Provide staff training on therapeutic strategies and assistive technology.
• Maintain accurate documentation, treatment records, and scheduling.
• Supervise OT fieldwork students and manage equipment inventory.

Skills

Pediatric OT

IEP development

Educational evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Children's Specialized Hospital, part of RWJBarnabas Health, seeks a School Services Occupational Therapist to support a school district in Union County, NJ. You will deliver school-based OT services to students, collaborating with educators, families, and a multidisciplinary team to promote participation and educational success.

A typical day includes evaluations, goal-directed plans, IEP participation, consultation with staff, documentation, and supervision of fieldwork students.