Occupational Therapist - Summers Off!

Best Point; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer/4

Life insurance 2.5x salary

Job summary

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for a school-based role in Cincinnati, OH. The position focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, behavioral regulation, and classroom participation, with evaluations, treatment planning, and goal implementation under IEP/504 guidance.

The OT collaborates with teachers, families, and support staff to promote student independence.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as an OT in Ohio schools.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Ohio OT license and ODE registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group occupational therapy interventions based on student needs.
• Implement OT services aligned with IEP and 504 goals.
• Monitor and document student progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Support development of fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and classroom participation skills.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop strategies and curriculum modifications.
• Coordinate services with administrators and other service providers.

Skills

Student-focused

Multidisciplinary team

IEP/504 goals

Behavioral support collaboration

Client documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

Current Ohio OT license or ODE registration

Valid Ohio OT license through OTPTAT

NBCOT certification preferred

Driver's license

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Location: 5050 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Summers Off!

Pay: $63,000–$67,000 annually

About The Role

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and student-focused Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team and help students build the skills they need to participate , learn, and thrive in their educational environment.

This school-based position focuses on supporting students' f ine motor skills, sensory processing, behavioral regulation, activities of daily living (ADLs/IADLs), classroom participation, and functional living skills.

As an Occupational Therapist at Best Point, you'll have the opportunity to provide individualized and small-group therapy while working closely with teachers, families, administrators, behavior support staff, and other related service providers. You'll conduct evaluations, develop student-centered treatment plans, implement IEP/504 goals, and help students generalize skills across academic and real-world settings.

Qualifications

• CurrentODE 5-Year Pupil Services License or ODE Registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Ohio schools.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Valid Ohio Occupational Therapist license through the OTPTAT Board .
• NBCOT certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience working with students with disabilities, including students with autism and behavioral or communication challenges.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary educational team.

Compensation & Benefits

$63,000–$67,000 annually

Monday–Friday schedule with summers off!

At Best Point, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to taking care of our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Our benefit costs are approximately 38% lower than those of other organizations our size , helping you keep more of what you earn.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting as low as $27 per paycheck
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions of up to $1,200 annually for 2+ person plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Free preventive care and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support
• Optional pet insurance

Financial Security

• Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance valued at 2.5x your annual salary, up to $300,000 — 100% paid by Best Point
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, along with educational loan forgiveness support and resources

Career Growth & Development

• Free continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• 10% tuition discount for online programs through the University of Cincinnati
• Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost
• Interest-free personal computer loan program
• Employee referral bonus program with payouts of up to $1,000

Tools & Resources to Support Your Work

• Company-issued iPhone and laptop
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel
• Access to professional resources, training, and development opportunities

Time Away to Recharge

• Generous paid time off package — up to 34 days off in your first year for eligible employees
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Summers off
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster placement
• A work environment designed to support work-life balance and personal well-being

Key Responsibilities

Direct Student Services

• Provide individualized and small-group occupational therapy interventions based on student needs.
• Implement occupational therapy services aligned with IEP and 504 goals.
• Monitor and document student progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Support development of fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, functional living, and classroom participation skills.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches, including Structured Teaching, behavioral interventions, and CPI de-escalation techniques.
• Serve as a positive role model for social skills, self-care, independence, and emotional regulation.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with teachers to develop classroom strategies and curriculum modifications that support student participation.
• Partner with families to support carryover and generalization of skills across environments.
• Participate in school events, team meetings, and multidisciplinary planning.
• Coordinate services with administrators, behavior support staff, and other related service providers.

Assessments & Treatment Planning

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop strength-based, student-centered treatment plans.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute occupational therapy expertise to educational planning.

Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student records.
• Complete required therapy documentation, service logs, and progress reports.
• Maintain organized therapy spaces and ensure necessary resources are available.
• Manage scheduling and coordinate services across the school environment.

Quality & Professional Development

• Maintain compliance with educational, state, federal, and organizational standards.
• Stay current with evidence-based occupational therapy practices and special education requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify opportunities to improve student outcomes and service delivery.

Specialized Program Support

• Support sensory rooms and mock apartment spaces designed to promote functional and independent living skills.
• Assist with transition planning and task analysis.
• Collaborate with behavior support staff to address student needs.
• Participate in program initiatives that promote student independence, engagement, and success.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

This position works in a school-based educational and therapeutic environment and involves direct interaction with students with disabilities, including students with autism and behavioral or communication challenges.

Employees may be exposed to challenging behaviors, shouting, and clients who may demonstrate verbal or physical aggression. The position may also involve exposure to blood, vomit, and other bodily fluids.

Employees are expected to maintain a calm, professional, therapeutic, and safety-focused approach when responding to student needs and challenging behaviors.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The position regularly requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees must be capable of sustained physical exertion and able to participate in required physical restraint techniques and exercises when necessary to ensure student safety.

About Best Point

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is Greater Cincinnati's most prolific nonprofit specializing in education, behavioral and therapeutic health services, and autism services for vulnerable and at-risk youth, their families, and caregivers.

We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Our Culture

We lead our community with respect and tolerance, both internally and externally, and expect our employees to embrace these values in their day-to-day interactions.

Best Point is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.