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School Occupational Therapist | Barnegat, New Jersey
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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.
$93,704 / year median in New Jersey
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students across multiple schools in Barnegat, NJ, as a dedicated Occupational Therapist. You'll make a difference each day by providing holistic district-wide support and working closely with educational staff to help students achieve their fullest potential. What you'll bring: Valid New Jersey Occupational Therapist license New Jersey Department of Education certification Demonstrated experience in school-based occupational therapy; pediatric/schools background essential Flexibility to travel between district locations as needed Strong collaboration and communication skills Excellent organizational abilities to manage a diverse caseload Ability to meet standard NJ credentialing and fingerprint requirements prior to start Your impact and responsibilities: Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy services to students across various age groups, adapting interventions to individual and program needs. Coordinate with teachers, support staff, and families to support students' IEP goals Document assessments, progress, and service outcomes in compliance with district and state regulations Offer full district support by serving a multifaceted caseload spanning multiple school sites Provide expertise in adapting educational materials and the learning environment to foster student independence and participation Maintain thorough records and communicate findings with multidisciplinary teams Uphold professional and ethical standards at all times Here's what to look forward to: Full-time schedule with varied hours: 8:50-3:40 Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 7:30-2:20 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Work with a supportive team in a collaborative educational setting Opportunity to extend beyond the initial contract end date Flexible interview process—virtual or onsite interviews available Set your skills in motion and help shape bright futures in Barnegat. Submit your application today to take the next step in your school-based occupational therapy career! Compensation for this position ranges from $36.00 to $75.00. 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. #p31