School Occupational Therapist

Care Options for Kids; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

LTD & STD

401k

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to deliver coordinated therapy to school-aged children in a school setting. The role focuses on fine motor and sensory integration, evaluation of functions, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Candidates should hold a Master’s or PhD in Occupational Therapy and an active PA license, with a pediatric or school-based background preferred.

Qualifications

• Pediatric focus and/or school-based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability and independence.
• Ability to prioritize time and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated occupational therapy to school-aged children.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate students to develop fine motor and sensory integration skills.
• Evaluate occupational performance of students with physical and/or cognitive impairments.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Pediatric OT

School-based experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Master's or PhD in Occupational Therapy

Active PA OT license

Job description

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.

• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• 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 PA

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. #RDSBSOH