Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds

$130K — $156K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Occupational Therapy (BS, Master's, OTD, or PhD) from accredited institution
  • State License as an Occupational Therapist
  • NBCOT Certification
  • Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs
  • Strong understanding of Sensory Integration and developmental assessment
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in technology usage

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct therapy services to students
  • Conduct assessments and evaluations
  • Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Monitor and evaluate student progress
  • Collaborate with educational staff and parents
  • Manage a reasonable caseload
  • Ensure compliance with school and state regulations

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision
  • 401K options available
  • Resources for health benefit enrollment and tax stipends
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
  • Access to a supportive community through TheraPeds
  • Guaranteed weekly hours with structured scheduling
  • Bi-monthly salary payment options
Full Job Description
Requirements

Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Central Falls, RI.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Job Details
  • Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
  • Grades K - 5
  • Job duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management
  • Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time
  • On-site, in-person
  • Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
  • Manageable caseloads
  • $50 - $60+/hour ($1800-$2250/week+)


Qualifications
  • BS, Master's, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy degree from an accredited university
  • State License as Occupational Therapist
  • NBCOT License
  • Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required
  • Experience working with children
  • Strong foundation in Sensory Integration and ability to identify and analyze areas of developmental and sensory-motor dysfunction
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in use of technology
  • Fingerprint background clearance
  • Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications


Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)
  • Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
  • Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Bi-monthly salary deposits
  • This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor


Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Central Falls, RI. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, Rhode Island school OT positions, or full-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.

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