School Occupational Therapist

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity serving early childhood students as an onsite Occupational Therapist near Orland Park, IL. This role requires dedication, expertise, and a desire to support young learners as they develop essential life skills in a school setting. With 32.5 hours scheduled each week, youll have the chance to foster growth and independence in children at a crucial stage of their development. Desired Qualifications and Experience: Current and valid Illinois Occupational Therapy (OT) license is required Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric setting is strongly preferred Understanding of early childhood development and interventions Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team Strong organizational and communication skills Familiarity with documentation and compliance standards for school services Any district or state-specific certifications as requested Primary Responsibilities: Conduct evaluations to assess students needs and create individualized Occupational Therapy plans Provide direct OT services to early childhood caseload in accordance with IEPs or 504 plans Collaborate with educators, administrators, and families to support student success and inclusion Maintain accurate and timely documentation as mandated by the district and state guidelines Participate in meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and parent conferences Assist with developing intervention strategies and adapting materials to enhance student participation Benefits: Competitive weekly pay ensures you are rewarded for your expertise Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to support your wellbeing 401(k) retirement plan to help secure your financial future Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $55.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date. #J-18808-Ljbffr