School-Based Occupational Therapist: Drive Student Independence

Global-Psychological-Service; Oak Park (MI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

EAP & mental health

Job summary

Global Psychological in Oak Park, MI seeks a full-time Occupational Therapist to support students with disabilities in the school setting. You will evaluate students and provide evidence-based interventions to improve participation and independence in daily and educational activities.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will help develop and implement IEPs, coordinate services, and maintain accurate records for accountability and reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OT program.
• Current state OT license and completion of clinical internship.
• Experience with school-aged children preferred.
• Knowledge of K-12 special education requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and independent work skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to evaluate student OT performance and produce reports.
• Provide targeted therapy to facilitate learning, independence, and participation.
• Adapt environments and train staff to support student needs.
• Educate students, families, and staff on strategies to improve skills.
• Collaborate to develop IEPs and intervention plans.
• Coordinate services across the IEP team.
• Maintain records and document services for accountability.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Independence

Education

Accredited OT program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Global Psychological in Oak Park, MI seeks a full-time Occupational Therapist to support students with disabilities in the school setting. You will evaluate students and provide evidence-based interventions to improve participation and independence in daily and educational activities.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will help develop and implement IEPs, coordinate services, and maintain accurate records for accountability and reimbursement.