Occupational Therapist

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join its school in Philadelphia at 3240 North Hancock. The Occupational Therapist provides services to students in grades K–12+ to support academic success and independence. The role includes assessing students’ functional abilities, identifying individualized treatment needs, creating and documenting treatment plans, and participating in the development and revision of IEPs. The Occupational Therapist evaluates skills affecting student performance and works collaboratively with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support student progress and educational goals. The position also requires maintaining accurate clinical documentation, current professional licensure, and required continuing education in accordance with agency and state regulations.

Merakey is a nonprofit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services, with more than 8,000 employees supporting nearly 40,000 individuals and families in 12 states. Merakey states that it follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Master of Arts in an Occupational Therapist program.
• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Valid state Occupational Therapist license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess students’ functional abilities and identify individualized treatment needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized treatment plans, including participating in the development and revision of IEPs.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in grades K–12+ to support academic success and independence.
• Evaluate sensory-motor, neuromuscular, psychosocial, and cognitive-perceptual skills that affect student performance.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support student progress and educational goals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, current professional licensure, and required continuing education in accordance with agency and state regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time