08/05/2024
We’re looking for a
School Based Occupational Therapist
School District
King of Prussia, PA
Full-time
We are looking for a committed and creative Occupational Therapist to develop meaningful activities for students in their educational setting focusing on maximizing the student's physical participation in a variety of school settings including modifying the environment for maximum participation and teacher/staff education within a great school district.
You will participate as a member of an educational team to develop and implement effective student-centered services that will enable students to access their educational settings more confidently and independently. The successful candidate will have a holistic perspective and will be able to adapt the environment to fit the student as well as improve the student's abilities through treatment.
Responsibilities:
Evaluate student in their educational setting
Support engagement and access in the educational setting
Apply interventions to maximize participation and performance in academics, play and leisure, social participation, self-care skills/ADLs, and transition/work skills.
Assess student’s school environments and advise on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities
Guide and educate school staff and family members
Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals
Collect data and document processes
Valid license to practice occupational therapy in PA
BS degree or greater in occupational therapy
Job Type: Contract
Salary: From $50.00 per hour
Schedule:
Weekdays only
No nights
No weekends
Self-determined schedule
Education:
Bachelor's or above
License/Certification:
Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License (REQUIRED)
Work Location: School building
