School-Based Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Baltimore City Public Schools; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City Public Schools is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan and implement school-based OT services under IEP guidelines. Direct service to students and indirect support to caregivers and staff are required.

The role involves screening and evaluating students, developing annual goals, supervising OT students and aides, collaborating with teachers and families, and maintaining comprehensive documentation in compliance with laws and district policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Maryland OT license in good standing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience applying OT in school settings and with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates children to determine needs for treatment.
• Establishes an OT program within the child's IEP with goals and objectives.
• Supervises OT students, assistants, or aides.
• Consults with other providers and caretakers on assistive equipment.
• Meets with parents to discuss home activities.
• Maintains caseload documentation and Medicaid reimbursement records.
• Participates in staff meetings and the School IEP Team.
• Follows laws, policies, and nondiscrimination standards.
• Maintains reliable transportation for service delivery.

Skills

Oral and written comm

Human relations

Student/parent relations

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Computers

Job description

Baltimore City Public Schools is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan and implement school-based OT services under IEP guidelines. Direct service to students and indirect support to caregivers and staff are required.

The role involves screening and evaluating students, developing annual goals, supervising OT students and aides, collaborating with teachers and families, and maintaining comprehensive documentation in compliance with laws and district policies.