School Occupational Therapist | West Chester, Pennsylvania

Job Description

Job Description

Enhance your career while making a meaningful impact supporting school-aged students in specialized educational settings. A contract opportunity is available for an Occupational Therapist to provide services within a Low Incidence Program, working with a diverse student population ranging from Kindergarten to age 22. This assignment is based at a dedicated education center, focusing on programs such as autistic support, life skills, and multiple disabilities.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in Pennsylvania
• Experience delivering OT services in school settings required
• Background supporting students with autism, multiple disabilities, and complex needs strongly preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills for managing caseloads and timely documentation
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, staff, and families
• Proficient in adapting interventions to diverse learners

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized and group occupational therapy sessions for students with varying abilities
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support educational and developmental goals
• Conduct ongoing assessments and adjust plans based on student progress
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in accordance with state and program guidelines
• Empower students to develop fine motor, sensory integration, self-care, and functional skills necessary for success in school environments
• Consult regularly with educators and caregivers regarding strategies and progress

Benefits of this Assignment:

• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule, providing work-life balance
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, specialized program serving a unique and rewarding caseload
• Professional growth through exposure to a wide range of student needs and intervention techniques

If you have a passion for school-based occupational therapy and proven experience with complex caseloads, take the next step in your career. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of students with special needs.

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