Occupational Therapist

• Occupational Therapist (OT) - School-Based
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Location:

Mattoon, Charleston, Dieterich, and Cumberland area (IL) +

Start Date:

August 17, 2026 +

Employment Type:

School-Based Assignment | SPED Cooperative Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and student-centered Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a collaborative Special Education Cooperative serving the Mattoon, Dieterich, and Cumberland school communities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting students' functional independence and participation in their educational environment. The ideal candidate will provide evaluation, treatment planning, and therapy services tailored to each student's individualized needs while partnering closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Key Responsibilities
• + Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for students + Develop individualized plans of care aligned with student goals and educational outcomes + Deliver direct and consultative OT services across assigned school sites + Provide OT-R supervision based in Mattoon and additional supervision support in Dieterich and Cumberland + Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families to support student progress + Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines + Participate in IEP meetings and contribute clinical insight to team decision-making •Minimum Requirements•+ Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice + One (1) year of professional OT experience preferred (school-based experience a plus) + Adherence to all relevant professional standards of practice + Current CPR certification, if applicable + TB screening (questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray) as required + Current health certificate in accordance with contract or state regulations + Must meet all federal, state, and local compliance requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age •Ideal Location•Candidates residing in or near the Mattoon/Charleston area will be well-positioned for this assignment, given the geographic distribution of the schools and supervision responsibilities.

• Why Join This Opportunity
• + Supportive SPED Cooperative environment with shared resources + Meaningful, student-focused work across multiple school settings + Opportunity to provide leadership through OT supervision responsibilities + Collaborative, team-based culture committed to student success If you are an Occupational Therapist passionate about helping students achieve functional independence and thrive in the classroom, we encourage you to apply.

• Benefits
• At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
• About Amergis
• Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Job Category:

• Education

• Job Function:

• Education | Occupational Therapist | Occupational Therapist School

• Job Type:

• Contract - Full Time

• Setting:

• Schools

• Position Type:

• Healthcare

• Office Number:

• 0680

• Contract Duration:

• 39 •

Pay Rate:

• $2660 / Week

• Date Posted:

• 2026-05-20T19:37:45