Occupational Therapist - Shelton, WA

Liricare; Shelton, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick leave

Retirement savings options

Professional development support

Relocation or sign-on assistance

Free access to platform tools

Job summary

LiriCare is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist to support students in Shelton, Washington. You will provide OT services across the district's caseload, focusing on fine motor, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional participation in school activities.

This in-person, school-based role starts in November 2026 (1.0 FTE). W-2 compensation ranges from $46 to $53 per hour, with up to $68 on 1099, depending on credentials and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from ACOTE-accredited program.
• Current NBCOT certification and Washington OT license or eligibility.
• Experience with school-age students and IEPs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT evaluations for students across ages and needs.
• Develop individualized OT goals and treatment plans.
• Deliver direct therapy in areas such as fine motor, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independence.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute evaluations, goals, recommendations, and progress updates.
• Travel between school sites within the district, as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

OT degree (ACOTE-accredited)

Job description

### Occupational Therapist - Shelton, WAACTIVELocation: US, WashingtonDescription: Location: Shelton, WAPosition: Full-Time, 1.0 FTESetting: In-Person, School-BasedStart Date: November 2026Compensation: $46-$53 per hour on W-2 and Upto $68 on 1099ABOUT THE ROLELiriCare is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist to support students at a school district in Shelton, Washington.You will provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services to students across the district's caseload, supporting fine motor, sensory, self-regulation, and functional participation goals that allow students to access their school day. The role includes evaluations, IEP goal development, therapy planning, and progress monitoring, with close collaboration between special education teams, classroom teachers, administrators, and families.This is a 1.0 FTE position beginning in November. The district is looking for someone who can step in mid-year and provide consistent, uninterrupted service through the remainder of the school year.WHY LIRICAREAt LiriCare, we are building long-term careers and partnerships that matter. Here is what sets us apart:- Transparent compensation: Clear rates and straightforward communication throughout the hiring process.- Liri AI: Reduce time spent on documentation, including SOAP notes and progress reports, so you can focus more of your day on supporting students.- Built-in professional community: Connect with therapists, educators, and special education professionals for peer support and clinical discussion.- Marketplace earnings: Share your own professional resources and keep 96% of every sale.- Responsive support: Our school services team remains available throughout your assignment to help with onboarding, communication, and day-to-day needs.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS\\* $46-$53 per hour on W-2 or $68 on 1099, based on experience and credentials\\* Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible W-2 employees\\* Washington paid sick leave, accrued per state requirements\\* Retirement savings options\\* Professional development support\\* Relocation or sign-on assistance for select candidates\\* Free access to eligible LiriCare platform toolsWHAT YOU'LL DO\\* Conduct occupational therapy evaluations for students across a range of ages and needs\\* Develop individualized occupational therapy goals and treatment plans\\* Provide direct therapy in areas such as fine motor skills, visual motor integration, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independence\\* Deliver services in classroom, small group, and individual settings as the IEP directs\\* Participate in IEP meetings and contribute evaluations, goals, recommendations, and progress updates\\* Recommend accommodations, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications that support classroom participation\\* Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed\\* Provide supervision and clinical direction to a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, where applicable\\* Maintain accurate service records and documentation\\* Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and other members of the educational team\\* Travel between school sites within the district, where requiredWHAT YOU'LL NEED\\* Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE accredited program\\* Current NBCOT certification\\* Active Washington Occupational Therapist license, or eligibility to obtain one\\* Experience working with school-age students preferred\\* Understanding of IEPs and school-based special education services\\* Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills\\* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation\\* Ability to work full-time and in person in Shelton\\* Availability to begin in November\\* Ability to complete all district-required background checks and onboarding requirements, including Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint clearanceABOUT SHELTONShelton sits on the southern end of Puget Sound in Mason County, about twenty minutes from Olympia and within reach of Tacoma and the Olympic Peninsula. The district serves roughly 4,000 students across seven schools, making it the largest district in Mason County. For clinicians who want a full caseload in a small community with real continuity of students, alongside easy access to the outdoors and to theOlympia and Tacoma metro areas, Shelton offers an unusually good balance.LiriCare celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.RequirementsRequired Skills: Occupational Therapist