Part Time Occupational Therapist

MyPath•Oconomowoc, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Genesee Lake School is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to work at its therapeutic day school and residential treatment center in Oconomowoc, serving children and young adults with autism and neurological, emotional, and/or developmental disabilities. The school is located on a 160-acre campus and follows a traditional 180-day school calendar, with the opportunity to work during Extended School Year (ESY) for students who need the programming. The Occupational Therapist provides services aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), supporting functional participation in self-care, academics, leisure, and play. Services are delivered in person through direct treatment, indirect (push-in) support, and consultation. The role also includes conducting evaluations, collaborating with educational and multidisciplinary teams, participating in IEP meetings, documenting student services and progress, tracking treatment minutes, and submitting monthly billing reports. The regular school-year schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours of either 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Availability to work ESY is also requested. Hourly compensation is based on education level and years of experience. Genesee Lake School is part of MyPath, a majority women employee-owned organization providing specialized services and dignified care to people with special needs. MyPath describes its culture as grounded in passion, accountability, teamwork, openness, and continuous learning and innovation, and is committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Current Wisconsin licensure or eligibility to be a Licensed Occupational Therapist.
Eligibility for a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Occupational Therapist License.
Eligibility for National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and educational staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students in special education, including students with autism, emotional and behavioral disorders, and other developmental disabilities.
Familiarity with IEP development, documentation systems, and progress monitoring tools.
Experience addressing oral motor and feeding challenges in children.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy services aligned with students’ IEPs, supporting functional participation in self-care, academics, leisure, and play.
Collaborate with the educational team to plan, organize, and conduct therapeutic activities and interventions.
Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations as part of special education reevaluations and service determinations.
Work with students to promote motor planning, sensory regulation, fine motor and visual-motor integration, and adaptive functioning for classroom and school-wide participation.
Participate in IEP teams, attend meetings, provide data, support goal development, and help ensure service compliance.
Document services and student progress in a timely manner, including daily notes, progress reports, and other required documentation.
Deliver in-person services through direct treatment, indirect (push-in) support, and consultation.
Track treatment minutes and submit monthly billing reports.
Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and school regulations, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and professional composure in dynamic educational settings.