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School Occupational Therapist - South Holland, Illinois
Job Description
Key Qualifications and Experience:
Valid Occupational Therapist (OT) license for Illinois Experience across school-based, home health, and general healthcare OT settings is highly desired Comfortable working with diverse student populations, K-12 Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams Familiarity with delivering both classroom-wide and individualized OT support Organizational skills to manage caseloads and maintain detailed documentationCore Responsibilities:
Deliver push-in occupational therapy for full classrooms, fostering inclusive participation and skill development Conduct individualized assessments for students with IEPs, developing and implementing targeted intervention plans Support students' daily living, sensory, and fine motor skill advancement within the school context Consult with classroom teachers to adapt activities and environments for optimal student access and engagement Maintain clear, timely records aligned with school and legal standards Engage in problem-solving to ensure equitable access for all studentsContract Details and Schedule:
This position runs from June 3, 2027, with a commitment of 32.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This is your chance to make lasting connections and foster positive growth among students at all grade levels. Take the next step in your career—apply today to help empower students to reach their full potential! 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 . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledBenefits
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$88,059 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline