School-Based Occupational Therapist — Help Students Thrive

Clarifi Staffing; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a South Carolina school team, delivering school-based OT services to students with functional needs. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration with educators, families, and support staff to enhance participation, independence, and classroom success.

The ideal candidate will provide individualized therapy, help with handwriting and fine motor skills, and contribute to IEP planning.

Qualifications

• Completion of supervised fieldwork experience.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and collaborative skills.
• Previous pediatric or school-based occupational therapy experience is beneficial.
• Current, active South Carolina occupational therapy license, or eligibility to obtain state licensure. A valid license is required before practicing.
• Successful completion of NBCOT or other board-approved certification program and good standing.
• Graduate of an OT education program approved by ACOTE or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' functional needs and provide individualized OT services.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate therapy records.
• Contribute to IEP planning and collaborate with teachers, families, and school support teams.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and classroom strategies.
• Support fine motor, handwriting, sensory processing, visual-motor, and daily living skills.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Communication

Collaborative skills

Pediatric/school OT experience

Education

OT degree (ACOTE-approved)

NBCOT certification

Job description

Clarifi Staffing Solutions seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a South Carolina school team, delivering school-based OT services to students with functional needs. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration with educators, families, and support staff to enhance participation, independence, and classroom success.

The ideal candidate will provide individualized therapy, help with handwriting and fine motor skills, and contribute to IEP planning.