School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)
Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services
Location: Mechanicsville, MD
School District: St. Mary's County Public Schools
Job Type: Full-time and Part-time
Rate: $57-60 W2 per hour

Strides offers a comprehensive benefits package that adds additional compensation! Please see below for further details!

Sponsorship: No
Referral Bonus: $500 referral bonus for each employee referred

About the Company:

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of educational and therapeutic services, dedicated to enhancing the lives of students through high-quality support and intervention.

We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School-Based Occupational Therapist to join our team in St. Mary's County Public Schools. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' fine motor, sensory, and daily living skills within the school setting.

Job Description:

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is partnering with St. Mary's County Public Schools to find a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team.

We are seeking a dedicated and creative Occupational Therapist to join our team within the St. Mary's County's school system. As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives by addressing their unique needs, enhancing their participation in school activities, and helping them achieve their educational goals. Your expertise will be crucial in promoting students' overall well-being and success in the school environment. Details regarding this position are listed below:

Additional Details:

Expected Hours: Up to 35 hours per week
Workplace Setting: In-person school
Number of Hires: 2

• Caseload of approximately 30 students across 6 schools on the south end of the county.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations to determine students' occupational therapy needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, activities, and strategies to improve students' fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional independence.
• Collaborate closely with educators, parents, and other members of the school-based team to create and implement strategies that support students' participation in the classroom and school activities.
• Monitor and document students' progress, adapting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Provide guidance and education to parents, teachers, and support staff on strategies to enhance students' fine motor skills and sensory regulation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including session notes, progress reports, and billing documentation.
• Stay current with the latest research, best practices, and techniques in pediatric occupational therapy.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, team meetings, and school-based professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and ethical standards governing occupational therapy services in schools.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• OT MD State Licensure
• Educator Certificate (if applicable)
• Experience in pediatric or school-based occupational therapy is highly desirable but not necessary
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, educators, and support staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload.
• Dedication to providing culturally competent and student-centered care.

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution towards monthly premium for qualifying plans
• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 %, and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
• Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
• State Licensure Reimbursement
• National Certification Stipend
• CEU Platform Reimbursement
• Group professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Dedicated Educational Services Manager for 1:1 support (also a part-time benefit)
• Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details.

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