Part-Time School Occupational Therapist | IEP-Focused

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC in St. Louis, MO is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to deliver OT services at a School facility. The role collaborates with school administration to provide therapy in accordance with established guidelines, IEPs, and IDEA requirements.

The schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with compensation at $60 per hour and start date as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Missouri OT license in good standing.
• Experience providing OT services to children/young adults (ages 5-21 preferred).
• Familiarity with IEPs and IDEA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in accordance with each student's IEP, including required service minutes and IEP goals and benchmarks.
• Deliver occupational therapy using an integrated therapy approach to support students' participation and progress in the educational environment.
• Provide direct therapy services on an individual basis unless the student's IEP specifies group services.
• Assess and address students' functional, motor, sensory, visual-motor, fine-motor, and daily living skills as they relate to educational participation and IEP goals.
• Assist with the development of students' PLAAFP as part of the IEP process.
• Monitor and document student progress and provide progress information to classroom teachers and other school staff when requested.
• Consult with classroom staff and other school personnel regarding strategies and techniques that support students in achieving their IEP goals.
• Demonstrate appropriate occupational therapy techniques and strategies to classroom staff during consultation, as applicable.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education personnel, families, and other related service providers to support students' educational and functional needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, therapy services, progress, consultations, and other required student records.

Skills

Experience with school-based OT

IEP knowledge

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Missouri OT license

Job description

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC in St. Louis, MO is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to deliver OT services at a School facility. The role collaborates with school administration to provide therapy in accordance with established guidelines, IEPs, and IDEA requirements.

The schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with compensation at $60 per hour and start date as soon as possible.