Occupational Therapist

Merakey • Indiana, PA

10d

About The Position

Merakey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work at its school in Leechburg. The role provides occupational therapy services to students in grades K–12+ to support academic success and independence. The therapist evaluates students’ functional abilities and skills affecting school performance, develops individualized treatment plans, participates in IEP development and revision, and collaborates with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary team members. The position requires accurate clinical documentation, current professional licensure, and required continuing education in accordance with agency and state regulations. The stated hourly rate is $50.00.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Master of Arts in an Occupational Therapist program.
• Certification by the National Board of 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

• DailyPay access to pay when needed.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited benefits through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; these are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services for fee-for-service employees working at least 170 hours per quarter.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time