Occupational Therapist

Austills Rehabilitation Services Inc.; Kutztown (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible school-hour scheduling

Continuing education opportunities

Clinical mentorship and support

Streamlined documentation systems

Healthcare resources access

Leadership and advancement

Job summary

Austill's Educational Therapy Services in Kutztown, PA seeks an Occupational Therapist (OTR) to provide school-based therapy forPreK–12 students. The role focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional classroom participation through direct therapy and IEP implementation.

The therapist will collaborate with teachers and staff, develop goals, and document progress while traveling between sites as needed during the school day.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License.
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students Preschool–12.
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success.
• Complete required documentation: progress notes, data collection, IEP updates and annual reviews.
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable).

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Passion for children

Education

Accredited OT program

State license: PA OT

Job description

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Location: Kutztown, PA Timeframe: Starting October 2026, School Year Snapshot: Austill's is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OTR) to work 2 days per week with school age children in the Kutztown, PA area for the 2026-27 school year. This opportunity includes direct treatment sessions and COTA supervision. Support/Mentorship: YES!

Job Summary

An Occupational Therapist (OTR) provides school-based therapy services to students from preschool through 12th grade. This role focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional participation in the classroom through direct therapy, IEP implementation, and collaboration with school teams.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students (PreK–12)
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success
• Complete required documentation, including:
• Progress notes
• Data collection
• IEP updates and annual reviews
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Support student development in areas such as:
• Fine motor skills
• Sensory integration
• Activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable)

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling aligned with school hours
• Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical mentorship and support
• Streamlined documentation systems
• Access to healthcare and additional resources
• Leadership and advancement opportunities

About Austill's Educational Therapy Services

Austill's has provided school-based therapy services for over 40 years throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based services while supporting clinicians through mentorship, flexibility, and professional development. Check out our website to learn more! Austill's Educational Therapy Services

Additional Information

• All candidates must pass required background checks and clearances (within one year of start date)

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