Occupational Therapist

Hcde Texas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,687 - 83,959; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education in Houston is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to evaluate, intervene, consult, and deliver services across districts and HCDE-related sites.

The role includes supervising an occupational therapy assistant, collaborating with school personnel, and maintaining auditable service records while adhering to state standards. Immediate start and requirements include a Texas OT license and pediatrics/school experience.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited university
• Current license issued by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
• Experience in pediatrics or the school setting desirable
• One year of experience 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 & interpersonal skills

Prioritize & meet deadlines

Maintain records

Computer literacy

Supervise OT assistant

Education

Degree from accredited university

Texas OT Examiners license

Job description

Location: Harris County Department of Education SCHOOL-BASED THERAPY SVCS, Houston, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5497774

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

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

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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