Part-Time Occupational Therapist

Position Type:
General Special Education/Occupational Therapist

Date Posted:
9/29/2025

Location:
BCIU Administration Main Office Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!



Summary of position :
The Occupational Therapist enables children to access their educational programs through identification and therapy when needed.



Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Provide initial evaluation and re-evaluation of children.
• Evaluate functional strengths and weaknesses through observation and administration of standardized and non-standardized procedures in:

1. Neuromuscular development.
2. Sensory-motor integration.
3. Fine motor skills.
4. Gross motor skills.
5. Proper positioning.
6. Visual motor skills.
7. Oral motor and feeding skills.
8. Pre-vocational skills.

• Provide appropriate staff with demonstration of Occupational Therapy programs and services.
• Work integratively within the classroom setting and with other team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• PA State Certification/License.
• Knowledge of and experience with neuro-developmental and sensory motor system.
• Experience working with students with various levels of disabilities in pre-school, school-age, and/or transition to adult life programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of special education.

Schedule:
Part-Time, 10 months/year



Salary:

• Bachelor = $51,419 to $80,190
• Bach+15 credits = $52,136 to $80,915
• Bach+24 credits = $52,927 to $81,715
• Masters = $62,870 to $92,455
• Mast+15 credits = $63,563 to $93,155
• Mast+30 credits = $64,255 to $93,855
• Mast+45 credits = $65,641 to $95,255
• Mast+60 credits = $66,877 to $96,505

Benefits Included:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Long term disability
Life insurance
Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions

Attachment(s):

• ECSS Occupational Therapist_12202024.doc