School Occupational Therapist

Care Options For Kids

$89K — $99K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Masters or PhD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
  • Current Active State License to practice Occupational Therapy in OH
  • Preferred experience in pediatric and/or school-based settings
  • Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and self-motivated
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and prioritize tasks

Responsibilities

  • Provide coordinated occupational therapy to school-aged children
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate interventions targeting fine motor and sensory integration skills
  • Assess students' occupational roles and performance related to physical or cognitive impairments
  • Deliver interventions tailored to identified student deficits
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance student outcomes

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
  • Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
  • Access to supplemental insurances
  • 401k plan available once eligible
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Continuing education units (CEUs) offered
  • Referral program with incentives
  • Assistance for professional development
  • Mentorship from discipline-specific professionals
  • Access to an online community of clinicians
Full Job Description
School-Based Occupational Therapist
  • $43-48/per hour
  • Full Time and Part Time Positions!

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.

Benefits/Compensation:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
  • Life, LTD & STD
  • Supplemental Insurances
  • 401k (once eligible)
  • PTO
  • CEUs
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Discipline-specific mentor
  • 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 OH

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.

Accepting Applications Through 7/31/2026

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