Local Contract Occupational Therapist - $50 per hour

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied is seeking a local contract Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Athens, Ohio.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Occupational TherapistDiscipline:TherapyStart Date: 05/25/2026Duration: 49 weeks30 hours per weekShift: 7 hours, daysEmployment Type: Local ContractPediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)Location: Athens, OH (On-site | Farm-Based Center)Contract Length: 52 weeksStart Date: May 25, 2026About the PracticeThis is a small, private pediatric practice located on an 11-acre farm in Athens, Ohio. The practice is intentionally warm, open, and non-traditional, serving almost exclusively autistic children through a 100% relationship-based therapy model (not ABA).The team currently includes 2 SLPs and 4 music therapists and has been seeking the right OT fit. This is an opportunity to become a core clinician in a close-knit, highly relational practice with deep family involvement.Population ServedChildren with autism ages 2–11Primarily early childhoodFamilies are highly engaged and active participants in therapyPractice currently serves approximately 23 families, all with close, established relationshipsTherapeutic Model & EnvironmentFully relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming approachStrong emphasis on:ConnectionRegulationEngagementAnimal-assisted therapy is a core part of the modelOn-site animals include horses/ponies, sheep, goats, and bunniesTherapy takes place:Indoors and outdoorsOn walking paths and wooded areasIn natural, sensory-rich environmentsAutism Scholarship provider, allowing for 90-minute therapy sessionsOutstanding attendance rates due to strong parent partnershipRole DetailsOccupational Therapist (OT) only (OT preferred over COTA)On-site role; no remote optionAround animals daily; must be comfortable outside and walking uneven terrainPractice provides:Branded polo shirtCanvas work apronInitial contract with expectation of long-term continuation and potential transition to direct placementOrientation & TrainingApproximately 1 month of coach-led orientation and mentorshipClose collaboration with the owner (licensed SLP)Employer-paid relationship-based therapy training after onboardingRole requires openness to observation, reflection, and learning a deeply relational modelSchedule & Reliability ExpectationsArrival time expectations will be outlined in the contractPunctuality is essential due to safety considerations involving children, animals, and outdoor sessionsLicensure RequirementsActive Ohio OT LicenseODE OT License (or eligibility)Preferred: ODE OT Pupil LicenseIdeal CandidatePediatric OT with clear experience or strong interest in autismExposure to relationship-based, play-based, or child-led therapy models preferredChild-first clinician who values:Authentic connection over protocolsFamily collaborationLearning through observation and mentorshipComfortable working in a non-clinical, farm-based environmentReliable, reflective, and grounded in their clinical beliefsInterview ProcessVirtual interview requiredSecond, in-person interview strongly preferred, which may include:Observation of live sessionsSite tourClinical discussion around session flow and engagementAbout Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-AlliedAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation's top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.