School-Based Occupational Therapist: Build Student Independence

TrulyHired; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Springer School and Center in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support students with learning, developmental, sensory, motor, and executive functioning needs. You will provide evaluation, consultation, and direct intervention within a school setting, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to foster independence and classroom participation.

The role involves developing individualized plans, maintaining records, and staying current with evidence-based OT

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program is required.
• Current Ohio Occupational Therapy License, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to employment.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in educational, clinical, or pediatric settings preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess students' fine motor, visual motor, graphomotor, gross motor, sensory processing, motor planning, and functional school participation skills.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and intervention goals based on evaluation results and educational objectives.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services through individual, small-group, classroom-based, and consultative service models.
• Maintain and communicate an organized caseload and therapy schedule.
• Complete comprehensive evaluation reports, progress notes, service documentation, and other required records in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data and evolving needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, intervention specialists, related service providers, and administrators to support student success.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, parent conferences, and educational planning meetings as appropriate.
• Partner with families to help them understand student needs, strengths, progress, and strategies for success across settings.
• Provide consultation and recommendations regarding classroom accommodations, adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and environmental modifications.
• Plan and implement handwriting, keyboarding, and other functional skill instruction as appropriate.
• Support students in developing self-regulation, sensory processing, executive functioning, and independence for school participation.
• Maintain therapy materials, assessment tools, and equipment per professional standards.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Springer School and Center in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support students with learning, developmental, sensory, motor, and executive functioning needs. You will provide evaluation, consultation, and direct intervention within a school setting, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to foster independence and classroom participation.

The role involves developing individualized plans, maintaining records, and staying current with evidence-based OT