PD Occupational Therapist

PD Occupational Therapist RWJBarnabas Health United States, Jersey, Mountainside 150 Providence Road (Show on map) Mar 28, 2026 PD Occupational Therapist Req #: 0000242477

Category:

Occupational Therapy Status:

Per Diem Shift:

Day Facility:

Childrens Specialized Hosp Department:

SPF•

School Based Therapies Pay Range:

$73.15 per hour

Location:

150 Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092

Job Title:

PD Occupational Therapist Location:

Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name:

SPF

• School Based Therapies Req #: 0000242477

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$73.15

• $73.

15 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in 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.

Job Overview:

Focused on supporting and improving a child's ability to participate as successfully and fully in their school environment utilizing occupation therapy methods and methodologies.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program NJ Occupational Therapy License School Certification in

NJ Preferred:

Pediatric affiliation

Certifications and Licenses Required:

NJ Occupational Therapy License School Certification in

NJ Scheduling Requirements:

Per Diem Essential Functions:

Available during the regular school hours at assigned site and for required meetings within the parameters of the scheduled work day Is adept in utilizing the educational model of service vs. the medical model of service in regards to the development and maintenance of a student's therapy program Demonstrates good and timely communication skills to receive or convey essential and important information (i.e., reports and evaluations), to pertinent educational staff, CSH School Services staff, parents, student and other necessary entities Will participate in IEP and other school meetings when appropriate. Such meetings could be in

• person, by phone or by virtual meeting platform Displays good collaborative skills which are crucial in formulating a specialized transdisciplinary plan for a student in their educational program Provides necessary instruction, training, supervision and monitoring of school personnel in the use of a prescribed therapeutic plan, technique, or modality Carries out assessment, reassessment and evaluation procedures for referred students, meeting district and CSH School Services requirements and timelines Plans, develops and implements therapeutic interventions that are goal oriented and educationally relevant Completes all necessary documentation, databases, schedules and billing logs in accordance with CSH School Services department policy and assigned district/school's policy Maintains and is accountable for therapy inventory and equipment Completes all assigned mandatory education requirements within stated timeframes May, in conjunction with Fieldwork Coordinator, supervise clinical fieldwork students according to stated student program objectives Supports efforts to accomplish the goals of Children's Specialized Hospital's School Services, representative of our organization•not as an independent contractor•adhering to the noncompete policies of the organization

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Retirement Plans Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer