Occupational Therapist (School) - Arlington Heights, IL - OT26-10761

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – School-Based Rehabilitation
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7:45 AM–3:15 PM | Day Shift | 40 weeks
Hours: 7 hours/day, 35 hours/week
Payrate: $1400 to $1900/week (Based on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy services to students in a school setting. The OT will support students' functional independence, educational participation, and development of motor, sensory, and daily living skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students' functional abilities and identify occupational therapy needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on student needs.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services according to established plans.
• Address fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, self-care, and functional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents/guardians, school staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate clinical and educational documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student goals as required.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, therapeutic strategies, and classroom modifications.
• Educate teachers, caregivers, and school personnel regarding student needs and therapy strategies.
• Follow school policies, professional standards, and applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Illinois Occupational Therapist license or eligibility to obtain one.
• NBCOT certification preferred/required as applicable.
• Previous school-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pediatric development, sensory processing, fine motor development, and school-based therapy.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary educational team.
• Commitment to student-centered and evidence-based therapy services.