School-Based Occupational Therapist

Pediatric Developmental Services; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Unlimited CEUs

Materials stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Great Mentorship Program!

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist in Kansas City, Kansas. This role focuses on enhancing the lives of children through exceptional occupational therapy within school settings. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, an IRA with matching contributions, unlimited CEUs, and a strong mentorship program to support professional growth. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and hold a State Occupational Therapy License.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Must possess a State Occupational Therapy License.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans.
• Conduct evaluations and assessments to determine strengths in fine motor skills.

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

State Occupational Therapy License

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Occupational Therapist. Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional occupational therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!

This OT position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Licensure reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• State Occupational Therapy License

Every state requires all Occupational Therapists to have a state license. If you do not have a license for a specific state, the licensing team at PDS will help you through the process!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

As an Occupational Therapist you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!

You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, and writing reports, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in fine motor skills, handwriting, and other areas.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this OT position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.