School Occupational Therapist | West Chester, Pennsylvania
Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students in schools specializing in emotional and autistic support. This position involves working across two settings, providing Occupational Therapy services to grades 1-9 in a collaborative educational environment. You'll provide direct and consultative OT services at two campuses. At one location, you'll serve a small caseload of grades 4-8 (just two students-one direct and one consultative), focusing on emotional and autistic support. At the second site, you'll work with grades 1-9, directly supporting 11 students and consulting for 3 more, all within the emotional support program. Flexible scheduling is available, with daily hours aligned to the 6-hour school day, and final weekly days to be determined based on your availability and school needs. Start date is immediate, and applicants are welcome for consideration regardless of experience level; however, candidates must be comfortable working independently, as supervision for new graduates is not provided. Key Qualifications:Valid Occupational Therapy license in PennsylvaniaExperience in school-based OT preferred, but open to new gradsSpecial interest or background in supporting students with emotional needs and autismEffective communication skills for collaboration with school teams and familiesAbility to manage a varied caseload, adapting services for students with compensatory needs Responsibilities:Deliver direct and consultative OT services for assigned students in grades 1-9Document sessions, progress, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsParticipate in IEP meetings as neededAdjust interventions based on student progress and educational goals This contract role offers variety in your daily activities and the chance to make a difference with a manageable caseload in supportive settings. Ready to empower students and contribute your expertise? Apply today to take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career!