School Occupational Therapist - $1,657 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid housing for travel contracts

Travel & license reimbursement

Weekly pay

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a travel School Occupational Therapist for a school-based contract in Staten Island, New York. The role involves providing OT services to students, collaborating with school teams, and delivering goal-oriented therapy within a 26-week assignment.

The candidate should have a master's or doctoral degree in OT, valid NY license, NBCOT certification, and pediatric experience. 40 hours weekly, 8-hour shifts, and a part-time schedule of 2–3 days per week are requested.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current New York state OT license in good standing.
• NBCOT certification.
• Educator's License.
• NY FP credential.
• Pediatric experience in a professional or clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy in a school-based setting.
• Conduct assessments, develop IEPs, and deliver goal-aligned therapy.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school teams.
• Maintain compliant documentation per district, state, and federal guidelines.

Skills

Pediatric experience

School setting experience

Education

Master's or Doctoral Degree in OT

New York State License (OT)

NBCOT Certification

Educator's License

NY FP

Tools

EMR: EasyTrack

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Staten Island, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Staten Island, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Are you looking for a rewarding local role or an exciting travel opportunity in a non-clinical occupational therapy job? Join our team for a school-based contract assignment where you'll earn full-time pay and benefits with a company that values your expertise, supports your growth, and helps you focus on what matters most-helping students improve, succeed, and thrive.

What We're Looking For

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board
• NBCOT Certification
• Educator's License
• NY FP
• Pediatric experience in a professional or clinical setting

Assignment Details

• Part-time schedule of 2-3 days per week.
• Schedule availability is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
• Includes a 30-minute lunch.
• Includes 2 paperwork slots per day.
• School-based preschool population with speech language delays, sensory issues, and fine motor skill needs.
• Typically 1:1 caseload of about 7 students per day.
• EMR: Easy track.

What You'll Do:

• Provide occupational therapy in a school-based setting.
• Conduct assessments, develop IEPs, and deliver goal-aligned therapy.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school teams.
• Maintain compliant documentation per district, state, and federal guidelines.

Benefits Designed for You

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day as a travel OT or in a local contract.

• Weekly, on-time pay
• Full medical benefits & 401k matching plan
• 24/7 recruiter: Available by text, phone or email
• Competitive referral bonuses
• 100% paid housing available for travel contracts
• Travel & license reimbursement on travel contracts

Why You'll Love Working with Us

As an Occupational Therapist with Jackson Therapy Partners, you'll experience the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Get full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel OT jobs and explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security. Or choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, local and travel contracts.

• Nationwide Opportunities: Local and travel positions across the U.S.
• Competitive Pay: We advocate for you to get the best pay packages and negotiate flexible working terms when needed.
• Supportive Culture: Join a team that puts people first - you'll have a dedicated support staff, clinical guidance, and a collaborative community behind you.
• We Champion Your Career: We specialize in advocating for OTs like you-securing top pay packages, negotiating flexible schedules, and finding positions even if they're not currently posted-all at no cost to you.

Location Highlights

Staten Island, New York offers access to both waterfront recreation and city-connected convenience. The Staten Island Ferry provides free service to Lower Manhattan in about 25 minutes, and the Staten Island Greenbelt includes more than 2,800 acres of parks and trails for outdoor activity. Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden features museums and landscaped grounds on the North Shore, and the Staten Island Museum adds local art, science, and history exhibits nearby. South Beach and Midland Beach provide miles of boardwalk and oceanfront access, while the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge connects the borough to Brooklyn for regional travel.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #459345. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.