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 - Cigna

PTO

CEUs

401k

Professional development

Mentor & online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to provide coordinated therapy to school-aged children in a school setting. You will plan, implement, and evaluate students to support fine motor and sensory integration skills, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Applicants should have a Masters or PhD in Occupational Therapy and KS licensure. Pediatric/school experience is preferred, with strong organizational and communication skills and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Pediatric focus or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate therapy for school-aged children to develop fine motor or sensory integration skills.
• Evaluate students' occupational performance and role performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support student needs.

Skills

Pediatric focus

School-Based experience

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Masters in Occupational Therapy

Licensed in KS

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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