Occupational Therapist

ServingSchools; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO & holidays

Supervision & training

Professional development

Job summary

Watch Me Shine is seeking a full-time, in-person Occupational Therapist to work at our Bangor school in Maine. The role focuses on play-based services to support sensory and motor development in preschoolers, within both therapeutic and classroom settings.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in Occupational Therapy and a current Maine OT license, with childcare experience preferred but not required. Travel is not required; comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and Maine OT licensure.
• Current Maine OT License.
• Experience in childcare preferred but not required.
• No travel required.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered assessment and services to preschool-aged children.
• Develop Plans of Care and monitor goal progress.
• Collaborate with client’s team including lead teachers, ed techs, clinicians, and caregivers.
• Determine appropriate therapy materials to meet client goals and needs.
• Organize and maintain therapy room and materials.
• Train staff on best practices and techniques to support occupational therapy programming in the classroom.

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

If you believe in children, families & the power of community, then you can make a difference!

Watch ME Shine is seeking a full-time, in person Occupational Therapist to work at our Bangor school.

We are seeking caring and compassionate individuals that want to make a difference in a child's life. We strive to provide high-quality, play-based services for our students. Our curriculum is designed to foster a fun learning environment where our staff and students truly get to spend their day engaged in play. If this sounds like your perfect work environment, then Watch Me Shine is the place for you!

Our occupational therapists work in both a therapeutic and classroom setting to provide sensory and motor skills development. Our classrooms are hands‑on, providing ample opportunities and structure to provide skilled services based on industry best practices.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Provide client-centered assessment and services to preschool-aged children
• Develop Plans of Care and monitor goal progress
• Collaborate with client’s team including lead teachers, ed techs, clinicians, and caregivers
• Determine appropriate therapy materials to meet client goals and needs
• Organize and maintain therapy room and materials
• Train staff on best practices and techniques to support occupational therapy programming in the classroom

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current and valid OT License with the State of Maine
• Experience in childcare is preferred/beneficial but not required!
• No Travel Required!***

Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment up to $5,250 annually!
• Robust benefits package including health insurance, delta dental coverage, life Insurance, disability insurance, etc.
• Competitive PTO and company paid holidays
• High Quality Supervision, Training and Contact Hours
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Our Vision

To be recognized nationally as a dynamic, highly specialized, child-centered early intervention program, empowering children to SHINE in all they do.

Our Mission

To help children achieve their greatest potential by providing them with safe and supportive learning environments that respects their individuality and nurtures their capacity to engage in a broad range of social interactions and learning opportunities.

Please visit our website www.watchmeshine.net for more information about our program.

Watch Me Shine is an Equal Opportunity Employer