Occupational Therapist (OT)

Meliora Academy • Meriden, CT

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About The Position

Meliora Academy provides individualized education for students with autism and related challenges, focusing on academics, life skills, and independence. The Occupational Therapist provides screening, assessment, and therapeutic services to students ages 4–22 with significant delays in fine and gross motor skills, visual-motor integration, motor planning, daily living skills, and sensory integration. The role helps students participate and succeed in the school setting through collaboration, evidence-based practice, and whole-child support.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Department of Public Health licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current Safety-Care, First Aid, and CPR certifications.
• Clinical knowledge and experience evaluating students and developing treatment plans in a school-based setting.
• Experience working with neurodiverse students.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments with the instructional team to identify sensory processing issues that may interfere with learning.
• Develop and implement programs, goals, and objectives addressing students’ fine and gross motor skills, visual-motor integration, daily living skills, and sensory integration.
• Develop practical strategies that professionals working with each student can use to address sensory needs.
• Recommend equipment for individual students or the school.
• Provide staff support and training in occupational therapy areas, including training and support for COTAs as needed.
• Share research-based interventions with instructional staff and BCBAs.
• Attend Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings and other team meetings.
• Communicate with parents and provide training and support as needed.
• Conduct home visits upon request.
• Complete progress reports, IEP codes, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records, data collection, reports, and documentation of services.
• Attend in-service trainings, workshops, and meetings, and review current occupational therapy research and literature to stay informed about practices and trends.

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks for select roles.
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings.
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time