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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.
$93,577 / year median in Maryland
-10% projected decline
Job Description
At Linwood Center, we're looking for an Occupational Therapist who brings creativity, compassion, and clinical expertise to support students with autism and related needs. In this role, you'll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment w collaboration is encouraged, supervisors provide ongoing guidance, and you'll have opportunities for professional growth, all while making a meaningful impact every day.
What You'll Do
- Conduct assessments to identify student strengths and needs
- Develop and support IEP goals related to occupational performance
- Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services
- Implement sensory strategies and adaptive supports
- Collaborate with educators, families, and interdisciplinary team members
- Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation
- Provide training and support to classroom staff as neededTraining & Support
- We provide CPR certification
- We provide Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training
- Ongoing support and guidance from supervisorsWhat You Bring
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
- Valid Maryland OT license and NBCOT certification
- Experience in pediatrics or special education preferred
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
Benefits:
- $5,000 sign on bonus
- Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
- Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance ProgramEligibility to participate in Linwood's Health, Vision, and Dental benefits program begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
The company benefits offering and employee contributions are determined annually and are subject to change.
Linwood Center is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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