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.
Occupational Therapist Childrens Specialized Hosp•3.8 Mountainside, NJ Job Details Full-time $68,200•$79,300 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Professional collaboration in IEP development Teacher collaboration Post-session clinical documentation Care documentation Adaptive equipment application Extended occupational therapy assessments Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with families Assistive technologies Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Req #: 0000262025
Category:
Occupational Therapy Status:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Facility:
Childrens Specialized Hosp Department:
SPF•
School Based Therapies Pay Range:
$68,200.00•$79,300.00 per year
Location:
150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Job Title:
Occupational Therapist Location:
Mountainside (MTN)
Department Name:
SPF•School Based Therapies Req #: 0000262025
Status:
Salaried Shift:
Day Pay Range:
$68,200.00•$79,300.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. School Services Occupational Therapist•Children's Specialized Hospital, RWJBarnabas Health At Children's Specialized Hospital, part of RWJBarnabas Health, School Services Occupational Therapists play an essential role in helping students achieve meaningful participation and success in their educational environments. As a member of our School Services team, you will collaborate with educators, families, and interdisciplinary professionals to deliver school-based occupational therapy services that support students' academic achievement, functional independence, and participation in school activities. This position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative, student-centered educational model while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and adolescents with a wide range of developmental, physical, and behavioral needs. Joining Children's Specialized Hospital means becoming part of an organization committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and empowering every therapist to grow professionally while improving outcomes for students and families. A typical day for a School Services Occupational Therapist may include: Conducting comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, and assessments to determine students' educationally relevant therapy needs Developing and implementing individualized, goal-oriented intervention plans that support students' participation, independence, and success in the school environment Collaborating with teachers, special educators, related service providers, administrators, and families to develop comprehensive educational plans that promote student achievement Participating in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and other school team meetings, either in person or through virtual platforms, to provide clinical recommendations and support educational planning Providing consultation, instruction, training, and ongoing support to school personnel regarding therapeutic strategies, adaptive equipment, and classroom accommodations Utilizing educational service delivery models while ensuring therapy services align with students' educational goals and district requirements Maintaining timely and accurate documentation, evaluation reports, treatment records, scheduling, billing logs, and other required documentation in accordance with Children's Specialized Hospital and school district policies Managing therapy equipment and maintaining accountability for assigned inventory and materials Supporting interdisciplinary collaboration through regular communication with school staff, families, and Children's Specialized Hospital School Services leadership Participating in continuing education, mandatory training, and professional development activities while maintaining clinical competencies Supervising occupational therapy fieldwork students, when applicable, and contributing to the development of future clinicians Meeting productivity expectations while representing Children's Specialized Hospital with professionalism and a commitment to exceptional school-based care This role might be for you if: You are passionate about helping children succeed in their educational environment through meaningful occupational therapy interventions You enjoy collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student achievement and participation You understand the unique differences between educational and medical models of occupational therapy service delivery You communicate effectively with students, caregivers, teachers, administrators, and healthcare professionals You are organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities while meeting required timelines You enjoy problem-solving and developing creative, student-centered interventions that promote independence and functional success You are committed to lifelong learning, professional growth, and evidence-based pediatric practice You value collaboration, compassion, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families
To Be Considered:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must meet the following criteria:
Education:
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Licensure:
Current and unrestricted New Jersey Occupational Therapist license issued by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Certification:
Appropriate New Jersey School Certification required.
Experience:
Previous pediatric or school-based clinical experience is preferred; new graduates with strong pediatric clinical affiliation or fieldwork experience are encouraged to apply.
Skills:
Demonstrated knowledge of school-based occupational therapy evaluation techniques, educationally relevant treatment planning, IEP development, documentation standards, student and family education, assistive technology and adaptive equipment, and interdisciplinary collaboration within an educational setting.
Schedule:
Ability to work a Full-time schedule (37.5 hours/week) and travel between assigned school locations as needed. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer