Remote Occupational Therapist (OT) – Connecticut

ProCare Therapy; Stamford (CT); Remote; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a qualified Remote Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver virtual OT services to PK12 students across Connecticut. The role emphasizes promoting independence and success in academic, social, and daily living skills via teletherapy.

Minimum requirements include a Master’s in OT, CT license or eligibility, and extensive experience in school-based and telehealth settings, with a caseload of up to 60 students. Knowledge of CT IEPs and regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Connecticut OT license or eligibility to obtain and maintain licensure.
• 5+ years of experience managing OT caseloads in school-based and clinical settings.
• 2.5+ years of telehealth OT experience.
• Experience with PK12 caseloads of up to 60 students.
• Experience with CT school-based documentation and IEPs.
• Knowledge of CT school-based OT practices and teletherapy service delivery.
• Familiarity with CT special education regulations and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality virtual OT services to PK12 students across Connecticut.
• Conduct OT evaluations and assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents/guardians, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide OT recommendations and progress updates.
• Support academic performance, motor development, sensory processing, and ADLs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, compliant documentation per district and state requirements.
• Deliver teletherapy services using evidence-based practices and virtual tools.

Skills

Teletherapy experience

PK12 school experience

OT licensure

Caseload management

Assessment administration

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Connecticut OT license eligibility

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Teletherapy platforms

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Remote Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide virtual occupational therapy services for PK12 students across Connecticut. This position supports students by promoting independence and success in academic, social, and daily living skills through evidence-based therapeutic interventions delivered via teletherapy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current Connecticut Occupational Therapist license or eligibility to obtain and maintain Connecticut licensure, as required.

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing occupational therapy caseloads in both school-based and clinical settings.

• At least 2.5 years of experience providing occupational therapy services through telehealth.

• Experience managing PK12 caseloads of up to 60 students.

• Experience working with students diagnosed with:

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Cerebral Palsy

• Proficient in administering and interpreting the following assessments:

  • BOT-2 (Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Second Edition)

  • Sensory Profile

  • Sensory Processing Measure (SPM)

  • Beery VMI

  • PDMS-2 (Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Second Edition)

• Experience with Connecticut school-based special education documentation and service requirements, including documentation related to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

• Experience using electronic systems for documentation, service tracking, and maintaining student records.

• Strong knowledge of Connecticut school-based occupational therapy practices and teletherapy service delivery.

• Strong understanding of special education regulations and requirements applicable to Connecticut public schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality virtual occupational therapy services to PK12 students throughout Connecticut.

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor student progress.

• Collaborate with teachers, parents/guardians, school administrators, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.

• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute occupational therapy recommendations, goals, progress updates, and other required documentation.

• Provide services and interventions designed to support:

  • Academic performance and classroom participation

  • Fine and gross motor development

  • Sensory processing and regulation

  • Play and leisure skills

  • Social participation

  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

  • Functional independence

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with district, Connecticut, and applicable federal requirements.

• Communicate regularly with school teams and families regarding student progress and occupational therapy needs.

• Deliver effective teletherapy services using evidence-based practices and appropriate virtual tools and strategies.

Compensation & Schedule

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications.

• Location: 100% Remote, serving school districts throughout Connecticut.

• Flexible scheduling based on school assignments, student needs, and district requirements.

• Opportunity to provide meaningful occupational therapy services to students in a virtual school-based setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $60.00. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.