Occupational Therapist

HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the School-Based Therapy Services in Houston, TX. The role focuses on evaluating, intervening, consulting, and delivering services to students across school districts and community partners.

Qualifications include a degree from an accredited university and a Texas OT license. Experience in pediatrics or school settings is desirable, with a preference for at least one year.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited university.
• Current license from the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Experience in pediatrics and/or school setting desirable; one year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use evidence in practice, evaluation, data collection, documentation and recommendations.
• Evaluate to determine educational need for services.
• Provide intervention to support student participation and performance in accordance with state laws and/or professional standards.
• Document and maintain service-related records.
• Participate in professional growth activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Reliable transportation

Mobility within work-site

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization & deadlines

Record keeping

Computer literacy

Supervising OT assistant

Education

Degree from accredited university

Texas OT license

Job description

Harris County Department of Education SCHOOL-BASED THERAPY SVCS - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Occupational Therapist

Harris County Department of Education SCHOOL-BASED THERAPY SVCS - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Job Details

Job ID: 5497774

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 14, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Evaluate, intervene, consult, and deliver services as required by the school districts, community agencies, and HCDE.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Degree from an accredited university
• Current License issued by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Effective/efficient oral and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation to/from work and between work-sites
• Efficient mobility within the work-site
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• General knowledge of computer systems and software applications
• Ability to serve as supervisor for occupational therapy assistant and serve as professional student supervisor

Experience

• Experience in pediatrics and/or the school setting desirable
• One year of experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Use evidence in practice, evaluation, data collection, documentation and recommendations.
• Evaluate to determine educational need for services.
• Provide intervention to support student participation and performance in accordance with state laws and/or professional standards.
• Document and maintain service-related records.
• Participate in professional growth activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $69,687 to $83,959 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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