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ProCare Therapy

School Occupational Therapist | Akron, Ohio

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Akron, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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.

$86,879 / year median in Ohio

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Job Description

Make a meaningful impact within educational settings as a licensed Occupational Therapist working across three school locations in the Akron area. This dynamic, part-time, split position offers the opportunity to work with students from kindergarten through 12th grade, tailoring your expertise to a diverse age range. As a key member of the team, you'll guide and supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), ensuring high-quality therapy services while collaborating with other education professionals.

Key Qualifications & Requirements:

Current and valid Ohio Occupational Therapist (OT) license required Experience or interest in school-based practice, spanning K-12 populations Strong organizational skills to manage a split schedule across three sites Comfort with fluctuating caseloads and adaptable hours to accommodate school-year assessment peaks Prior supervision of COTAs preferred Effective communication skills with students, staff, and families

Primary Responsibilities:

Deliver occupational therapy services to students, with an emphasis on elementary-level assessments and interventions Conduct and interpret evaluations, collaborating with educational teams to guide individualized education plan (IEP) development Oversee and provide supervision for COTAs, supporting their professional growth and ensuring treatment fidelity Maintain clear and timely documentation, tracking student progress and compliance with district and state requirements Travel between locations as scheduled, managing a flexible caseload and adjusting to shifting demands throughout the school year

What Awaits You:

The variety and satisfaction of providing services to a wide age group within a vibrant school community An adaptable part-time schedule aligned with the academic calendar Autonomy to shape your practice while being part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment If you are an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist with a commitment to school-based practice and fostering student success, take the next step in your career—apply today! #p31