Make a meaningful impact in a school setting as an Occupational Therapist specializing in educational environments, providing essential services on a full-time contract basis. This role runs from ASAP through June 24 and supports students in a dynamic, collaborative atmosphere. Located near Saugerties, NY, enjoy a diverse workload with half your time at an elementary school and the other half at a junior/senior high.
What you'll bring:
- Current OT licensure and experience working in K-12 school settings
- Skilled at supporting both General Education and MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) students
- Ability to adapt to varied caseloads and collaborate with other therapists
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Familiarity with shared therapy environments is a plus
In this role, your responsibilities include:
- Delivering 8 OT sessions per school day, dividing your time between elementary and secondary student populations
- Evaluating student needs and developing targeted therapy plans to support academic and functional success
- Collaborating with PT colleagues and educational staff in a shared therapy space
- Documenting sessions and progress to ensure compliance with all school and state requirements
- Adapting strategies to help students thrive in both general education and intervention environments
- Taking proactive steps to factor in weather-related schedule changes, with flexibility to recoup session time as OT can bill for snow days
As a valued professional, you'll benefit from a predictable schedule starting at 8:30 am each day and opportunities to make a daily difference for a variety of students. You’ll find a welcoming, collegial school environment and a supportive team dedicated to student growth.
If you're an enthusiastic, skilled OT ready to take on a rewarding school-based role, apply today to be considered for this impactful assignment!
Compensation for this position ranges from $36.70 to $56.70. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement