School Occupational Therapist - Elgin, Illinois

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while expanding your experience as an Occupational Therapist in a dynamic educational environment. This contract opportunity offers the chance to collaborate with diverse teams, utilize innovative therapy modalities, and help students build crucial life and academic skills.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapy license
• Demonstrated proficiency in providing OT services within school settings
• Experience supporting students through home health and healthcare-based OT
• Comfortable delivering teletherapy sessions as needed
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Adaptability and a student-centered approach

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess, develop, and implement individualized OT treatment plans for students with varied needs
• Deliver direct therapy services in-person throughout the school, and remotely via teletherapy tools as required
• Consult with teachers, support staff, and parents to incorporate strategies into daily school routines and at home
• Monitor student progress, adjust interventions, and document outcomes
• Help facilitate transitions between school and home healthcare when applicable
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute professional recommendations

Benefits and Advantages:

• Exposure to a variety of school-based and healthcare settings
• Opportunities to expand your OT specialty through teletherapy and home health cases
• Supportive, collaborative network of education and therapy professionals
• Flexible scheduling to help maintain work-life balance
• Professional development resources to keep your skills sharp

Make a direct impact on student success and develop your OT expertise in a setting that values versatility and compassion. If you are ready to bring your clinical knowledge and creativity to a rewarding educational contract, we encourage you to apply today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.46 to $59.46. 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.