School Occupational Therapist - Full-Time

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Lawrenceville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k)

Continuing education

Housing options

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Virginia seeks a School Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy services to students in a school setting. You will assess, plan, and implement OT interventions to support student participation and success.

The role involves screening and evaluating referred students, collecting data, and collaborating with educators, families, and district staff to address motor, sensory, and cognitive needs.

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapy license in VA.
• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Experience is not mandatory; new graduates are accepted.
• Preferred: NBCOT certification, strong communication skills, previous school experience, background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the school district as part of a collaborative team to support student achievement.
• Screen and evaluate students referred for occupational therapy.
• Collect data, report findings, and maintain accurate documentation and billing.
• Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services to address motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive functions.
• Train and offer resources to teachers and staff to enhance student participation and progress.
• Maintain clear communication with educators, district staff, and families regarding student performance.

Skills

Active VA OT license

NBCOT certification (preferred)

Strong communication skills

School experience (preferred)

Background check clearance

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

Role: School Occupational Therapist (OT) providing therapy services to students in a school setting.

Responsibilities Include

• Partnering with the school district as part of a collaborative team to support student achievement.
• Screening and evaluating students referred for occupational therapy.
• Collecting data, reporting findings, and maintaining accurate documentation and billing.
• Providing evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services to address motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive functions.
• Training and offering resources to teachers and staff to enhance student participation and progress.
• Maintaining clear communication with educators, district staff, and families regarding student performance.

Qualifications & Skills

• Active Occupational Therapy license in VA.
• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Experience is not mandatory; new graduates are accepted.
• Preferred: NBCOT certification, strong communication skills, previous school experience, background check clearance.

Key Details

• Full-time position with 40 hours/week, 8-hour days.
• Providing services to children of all ages in a school environment.
• Competitive pay, benefits including health coverage, 401(k), continuing education, and housing options.