Occupational Therapist - Part-Time - Temporary

Therapy Source; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Therapy Source, Inc. is seeking a Pennsylvania-licensed Occupational Therapist to provide in-person compensatory occupational therapy services for private school students with autism and behavioral needs during the current school year.

This temporary assignment is approximately 15 hours per week for about 8 weeks, with daily hours between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM. The role supports students’ development and IEP goals and requires PA licensure and up-to-date clearances.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• PA OT license.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children with disabilities, including autism and behavioral needs.
• Ability to provide services in person.
• Up-to-date clearances, or willingness to obtain them.
• Professional liability insurance, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop targeted goals based on student needs.
• Provide occupational therapy services that support students’ personal, social, emotional, academic, and vocational goals.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of students’ IEPs.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation and records.
• Collaborate with school staff and other members of the educational team as appropriate.
• This role does not involve crisis intervention or physical holds.

Skills

Autism experience

IEP collaboration

Team collaboration

In-person service delivery

Compliance with clearances

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Therapy Source is seeking a Pennsylvania-licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide in-person compensatory occupational therapy services for private school students with autism and behavioral needs, during the current school year. This temporary assignment is approx. 15 hours per week for approximately 8 weeks, with hours between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM. This role does not involve crisis intervention or physical holds.Key Responsibilities:Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop targeted goals based on student needs.Provide occupational therapy services that support students’ personal, social, emotional, academic, and vocational goals.Contribute to the development and implementation of students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation and records.Collaborate with school staff and other members of the educational team as appropriate.Must Have:Master’s degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent Occupational Therapist license in PennsylvaniaAt least 1 year of experience working with children with disabilities, including autism and behavioral needsAbility to provide services in personUp-to-date required clearances, or willingness to obtain themProfessional liability insurance, or willingness to obtain itPreferred:Previous experience providing occupational therapy services in a school-based settingExperience supporting or participating in IEPsExperience collaborating with multidisciplinary school teamsWhy Therapy SourceAt Therapy Source, we are committed to helping students receive the support they need to succeed. Our therapists enjoy competitive compensation and support throughout their assignments.Apply Today to learn more about this school-based Occupational Therapist opportunity!JDNR17