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School Occupational Therapist - Up to a 5k Sign On Bonus!! at Care Options for Kids summary:
The School Occupational Therapist provides specialized occupational therapy services to school-aged children to enhance their fine motor and sensory integration skills. They assess and evaluate students with physical or cognitive impairments and develop individualized interventions in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. This role requires a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, state licensure, and focuses on pediatric or school-based therapy experience.
School-Based Occupational Therapist
$50-$55 per hour
Up to a 5k Sign On Bonus!!
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 Alaska.
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 6/30/2025 Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Keywords:
occupational therapy, school-based therapy, pediatric occupational therapy, sensory integration, fine motor skills, student evaluation, interdisciplinary collaboration, licensed occupational therapist, therapy interventions, child development support
- Location:
- Palmer
- Salary:
- 50.055.0 Hourly
- Category:
- 291000