School Occupational Therapist

Care Options for Kids; Kansas; On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life LTD STD

Supplemental Ins

401k

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development

Mentor program

Online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to support school-aged children in our district. You will plan, implement, and evaluate therapy to develop fine motor and sensory integration skills.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress, and tailor interventions to each student's needs while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with school policies.

Qualifications

• Pediatric focus and/or school-based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated occupational therapy to school-aged children.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate students to develop fine motor and/or sensory integration skills.
• Evaluate occupational roles and performance of students with impairments.
• Provide interventions based on student deficits and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Occupational Therapy

KS Occupational Therapy License

Job description

School-Based Occupational Therapist

• $43-48/per hour

Position Summary:

The position of School-Based Occupational Therapist provides coordinated Occupational therapy to school-aged children. They plan, implement, and evaluate students to provide appropriate fine motor and/or sensory integration skills. They evaluate occupational roles and occupational performance of students with physical and/or cognitive impairments. They provide interventions based on student deficits and they collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Benefits/Compensation:

• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Discipline-specific mentor
• Online community of clinicians

Education/License/Certification:

• Masters, or PhD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution of higher education
• Current Active State License to practice Occupational Therapy in KS

Experience/Requirements:

• Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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