What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Part-Time - Temporary position at Therapy Source?
Therapy Source is seeking a Pennsylvania-licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide in-person compensatory occupational therapy services for private school students with autism and behavioral needs, during the current school year. This temporary assignment is approx. 15 hours per week for approximately 8 weeks, with hours between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM. This role does not involve crisis intervention or physical holds.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop targeted goals based on student needs.
- Provide occupational therapy services that support students’ personal, social, emotional, academic, and vocational goals.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation and records.
- Collaborate with school staff and other members of the educational team as appropriate.
Must Have:
- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current Occupational Therapist license in Pennsylvania
- At least 1 year of experience working with children with disabilities, including autism and behavioral needs
- Ability to provide services in person
- Up-to-date required clearances, or willingness to obtain them
- Professional liability insurance, or willingness to obtain it
Preferred:
- Previous experience providing occupational therapy services in a school-based setting
- Experience supporting or participating in IEPs
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary school teams
Why Therapy Source
At Therapy Source, we are committed to helping students receive the support they need to succeed. Our therapists enjoy competitive compensation and support throughout their assignments.
Apply Today to learn more about this school-based Occupational Therapist opportunity!
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