HOMECARE/IN PERSON: Occupational Therapist (OT), Chester County

Occupational Therapist (OT)

RCM Health Care is looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide services to 1 student who resides in zip code 19380. Services will need to be in the home. We are looking for someone to start right away, providing 60 min sessions, 1 time per week + 60 minute consults monthly, during the school year. Preference will be given to candidates who can see the student during school hours or immediately after school.

School Based OT Services Student 5th grade life skills Location West Chester, PA 19380 (in home) Hours: IN PERSON, 60 minute session 1 x per week + 60 minute consults per month + indirect/documentation time paid + round trip mileage

Job Title: Occupational Therapist Compensation Hourly Rate: $70.00 direct and indirect + round trip mileage Location: West Chester, PA 19380 Onsite Services must take place in person in the home

Position Summary

As an Occupational Therapist you will provide in-person OT services to 1 student in their home in West Chester, PA. You will provide specialized evaluations, direct therapy services, and consultation to support students with significant physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to develop and implement individualized services that promote student access to the educational environment and support participation in school-based activities.

Responsibilities

Key Duties

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to assess students' sensory, motor, functional, and self-regulation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with each student's IEP goals.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, BCBAs, school psychologists, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Recommend sensory strategies, environmental modifications, adaptive equipment, and classroom accommodations to promote participation.
• Maintain accurate documentation, evaluation reports, progress notes, and Medicaid or district-required records while remaining compliant with federal and Pennsylvania regulations.

Requirements

Education

• Required: Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License (or eligibility through the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy).
• Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance.
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check.
• FBI Federal Criminal History Fingerprint Clearance.

Skills

• Experience working with pediatric or school-aged students, preferably in emotional support or behavioral settings.
• Knowledge of sensory processing, emotional regulation, trauma-informed practices, and school-based interventions.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to develop educationally relevant treatment plans and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary IEP teams.

Benefits (only for temporary roles)

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being. RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience. Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.