School Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Interim HealthCare; Amherst (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CEU opportunities

Professional growth and development

Collaborative school environment

Work-life balance with school-based S

Job summary

Interim HealthCare in Amherst, NH is seeking a dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist to support elementary and high school students. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, collaboration with educators, families, and other professionals, and meaningful one-on-one therapy for students.

You will evaluate student needs, design individualized plans, and help improve fine motor, sensory processing, and daily living skills within the school setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current OT license in New Hampshire.
• Preferred: 1 year of OT experience; school-based/pediatric experience a plus.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary school team.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services to elementary and high school students with a variety of needs.
• Conduct evaluations to identify strengths, needs, and participation barriers.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans and goals.
• Improve fine motor, visual-motor, sensory processing, coordination, and independence.
• Support activities of daily living and school-related tasks.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications when appropriate.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain timely documentation per guidelines.
• Educate families and school staff on goals and strategies.
• Foster a positive environment that promotes participation and independence.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

OT degree

Job description

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Elementary & High School
Location: Amherst, NH
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Help Students Build Independence, Confidence, and Success

Discover a rewarding opportunity where your occupational therapy expertise can make a lasting difference in the lives of students. As a Full-Time School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) with Interim HealthCare, you’ll support elementary and high school students in developing the skills they need to participate successfully in the classroom, school environment, and daily activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and motivated OT seeking a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, meaningful student interactions, and the opportunity to collaborate with educators, families, and other professionals.

Our School-Based Occupational Therapists Enjoy Excellent Benefits

• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
• Consistent school-based work environment
• Work with elementary and high school students
• Meaningful 1:1 therapist-to-student interactions
• Supportive and collaborative school environment
• Online training, continuing education, and CEU opportunities
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Weekly pay
• Employee referral bonus program
• Work-life balance with a school-based schedule

As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, Here’s What You’ll Do

• Provide occupational therapy services to elementary and high school students with a variety of developmental, sensory, motor, and functional needs
• Conduct evaluations and assessments to identify students’ strengths, needs, and areas impacting their educational participation
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans and student goals
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills, visual-motor skills, sensory processing, coordination, functional skills, and independence
• Support students with activities of daily living and school-related functional tasks
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote student success
• Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment, strategies, and environmental modifications when appropriate
• Monitor student progress and modify treatment plans and interventions as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with school and regulatory guidelines
• Educate families and school personnel regarding therapy goals, accommodations, adaptive strategies, and ways to support student independence
• Foster a positive, encouraging environment that promotes student participation, confidence, and functional independence

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the State of New Hampshire
• Minimum of one (1) year of occupational therapy experience preferred
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred, but not required
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Compassionate, student-focused approach and strong clinical judgment
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a trusted provider of healthcare staffing and therapy services nationwide. Through more than 300 independently owned and operated offices, we are committed to supporting healthcare professionals with flexible opportunities, meaningful work, and a culture that values compassion, teamwork, and excellence.

At Interim HealthCare, we believe occupational therapists play a vital role in helping students develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws.