Occupational Therapists

Capernaum Pediatric Therapy, Inc.; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Capernaum Pediatric Therapy, Inc. is hiring licensed Occupational Therapists to work with children in schools and community settings across Minneapolis and the Twin Cities metro area.

Roles include 32–40 hours in charter schools plus additional 32–40 hours in community sites, with mentorship and competitive pay, travel mileage reimbursement, and full-time benefits for full-time positions. Applicants should be licensed in Minnesota, flexible, organized, creative, and passionate about helping

Qualifications

• Completed education in an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Licensed by the MN Department of Health.
• Experience in school settings preferred; feeding experience for clinic/community/home-based roles is a plus.
• School roles: commute between buildings as needed; Home-based: commute between homes up to 30 minutes; mileage paid up to $200/month.
• Passion for education and working with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Support diverse learners through initial evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to identify proposed IEP goals and treatment plans.
• Work with the Special Education Coordinator to identify proposed IEP goals and treatment plans for each student.
• Serve as the resident expert for school staff on the benefits of occupational therapy and strategies suggested for the student.
• Collect and analyze data related to school improvement, student outcomes, and accountability requirements.
• Support teachers and families in differentiating instruction to increase student engagement.
• Know and adhere to HIPAA legislation and patient privacy laws.
• Knowledgeable about play-based therapy (HB).

Skills

Communication

Documentation software

Diversity and inclusion

Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited OT program

MN OT license

Tools

EMR/documentation software

Job description

Capernaum Pediatric Therapy seeks part-time and full-time Occupational Therapists to serve children in schools and community settings in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities metro area. We have 32–40 hours in two charter schools in Minneapolis and an additional 32-40 hours in community sites in the metro area. Mentorship is provided. We offer competitive pay, paid travel and mileage, and full-time benefits (for full-time positions). Must be licensed in Minnesota. We are looking for therapists who are flexible, organized, creative, strong communicators, and passionate about working with kids. One year of experience is preferred but not required.

Company Description:

Capernaum Pediatric Therapy, Inc. has been a leading provider of pediatric services in the greater Twin Cities metro area since 1981. We serve children in their homes, schools, daycares, pools, and in our clinic. Our outstanding pediatric OTs, PTs, and SLPs have earned us an exemplary reputation! Capernaum offers a challenging and rewarding work environment where we nurture professional expertise and growth, value integrity and family, and treat all staff and clients with respect! Explore and expand your passions in a fun environment committed to balancing work and life. Our motto: “Helping families find joy in their journey by serving children where they live, learn, and play!”

Qualifications:

• Completed education in an accredited occupational therapy program
• Licensed by the MN Department of Health
• Prefer experience in a school setting (for school roles) and experience serving children in a variety of settings; feeding experience preferred (for clinic/community site settings/home-based)
• (School): Able to reliably commute between buildings/locations as needed. (Home-Based): Able to reliably commute between homes, up to 30 minutes of travel; mileage paid up to $200/month
• A passion for education and working with students to impact lives (school), and working with children and families (home-based)

Responsibilities:

• Support diverse learners through initial evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to identify and provide diagnostic recommendations for students who require special education interventions within a time-sensitive period.
• Work closely with the Special Education Coordinator to identify proposed IEP goals and treatment plans for each student.
• Serve as the resident expert for school staff on the benefits of occupational therapy and implementing strategies suggested for the student.
• Collect and analyze data related to school improvement, student outcomes, and accountability requirements.
• Support teachers and families in identifying ways to differentiate instruction to increase opportunities for student engagement.
• Know and adhere to HIPAA legislation and other patient privacy laws.
• Knowledgeable about play-based therapy (HB).

Skills:

• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Have proficiency in computer software commonly used for documentation and report preparation.
• Commitment to supporting and empowering students with diverse backgrounds, including an understanding of at-risk children, gifted children, and children with disabilities
• Possess effective decision-making, managerial, communication, and organizational skills.
• Accountability and attention to detail are essential when handling and documenting important medical information.