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Occupational Therapist School Setting in Scranton, PA
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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.
$91,444 / year median in Pennsylvania
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Key Qualifications & Experience:
Holds an active Occupational Therapy license in Pennsylvania Able to readily provide or obtain required PA clearances Demonstrated experience working with young children, ideally in early childhood education or school environments Previous school-based occupational therapy experience is strongly preferred Comfortable delivering therapy and collaborating with a diverse team of educators and specialists Ready to start as soon as possible and available through June 16, 2027 Onsite service delivery required; must be able to commute to assigned locations Open to a Zoom interview during the selection processRole Responsibilities:
Provide individualized and group occupational therapy services to early childhood students Develop and implement therapy plans to address the developmental, sensory, and academic needs of young learners Consult and collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to maximize student success in the classroom Document progress and maintain compliance with district and regulatory requirements Participate in meetings, contribute to IEPs, and offer professional support to school teams Adapt to a schedule of 21 hours per week, spread over 2-3 days, with the potential for increased hours up to 5 days per week as program needs evolve Take the next step in your OT career while positively impacting the lives of children in supportive school environments. If youre passionate about working in early childhood settings and possess the required license, we encourage you to apply today to explore this rewarding opportunity!Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules