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Occupational Therapist
Job Description
Job Position:
Occupational Therapist Location:
Madison Heights, MI 48071Pay Rate:
Starting rate $45.00/hrDescription:
Are you passionate about helping students develop the skills they need to succeed in the educational environment? We are seeking a dedicated Full-Time, In-Person Occupational Therapist to provide services within a supportive school setting. The caseload is 35-40 students, up to 8th grade. OT will be needed at 3 buildings.Why this role stands out:
In-person only position Supportive, student-centered educational environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' independence, participation, and academic success What you'll need: Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Active MI Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility to obtain) Experience working in a school setting preferred Strong understanding of special education services, IEP processes, and goal development Ability to conduct evaluations, interpret assessment results, and develop individualized treatment plans Excellent communication, documentation, collaboration, and organizational skills Key responsibilities: Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and re-evaluations to identify students' functional and educational needs Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services to students Support students in developing fine motor, visual-motor, sensory processing, self-care, and functional skills necessary for participation in school activities Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers to support student success Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development, accommodations, and progress monitoring Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment, classroom modifications, and intervention strategies Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and compliance records in accordance with district and state requirementsCompensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation based on experience Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) Supportive leadership and collaborative staff If you're passionate about helping students develop the functional, motor, and sensory skills they need to thrive in the school environment, we'd love to hear from you! #cat3Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- 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.
$87,262 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth