School OT: Impactful Pediatric Therapy in Philly

Merakey Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Care.com access

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Online learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our School program in Philadelphia, PA, located at 3240 North Hancock. The position runs 8:00am to 4:00pm, with duties including evaluations, IEP participation, direct OT services for grades K–12+, and collaboration with teachers and families.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy, be NBCOT-certified, hold a valid state OT license, and have experience with autism is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires NBCOT certification.
• Must possess a valid State Occupational Therapist License.
• Experience working with children with autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess students' functional abilities and identify individualized treatment needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized treatment plans, including participation in the development and revision of IEPs.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in grades K–12+ to support academic success and independence.
• Evaluate sensory-motor, neuromuscular, psychosocial, and cognitive-perceptual skills that impact student performance.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support student progress and achieve educational goals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, current professional licensure, and all required continuing education in accordance with agency and state regulations.

Education

Bachelor/Master in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification

State OT license

Job description

Merakey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our School program in Philadelphia, PA, located at 3240 North Hancock. The position runs 8:00am to 4:00pm, with duties including evaluations, IEP participation, direct OT services for grades K–12+, and collaboration with teachers and families.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy, be NBCOT-certified, hold a valid state OT license, and have experience with autism is preferred.