Occupational Therapist (Full-Time)

Easter Seals Florida•Daytona Beach, FL

10d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals Florida is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our school-based therapy team in Volusia County Schools. This role provides quality assessments, treatments, training, and progress monitoring while maintaining established standards for documentation and daily processes as determined by DOE, contract/site, and Easterseals policies. Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (minimum requirement)
Successful completion of the national exam
Current State of Florida Occupational Therapist License
Eligible to obtain or currently possess an NPI number
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic school environment
Integrity, tact, and sound judgment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to meet approved driver qualifications to use personal vehicle for program-related business
Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).
Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, [email protected], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Nice To Haves

Previous pediatric or school therapy experience preferred

Responsibilities

Complete initial evaluation reports and CERT forms
Develop, implement, and schedule individualized treatment plans
Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, SSTs, 504 Plans, and student problem-solving meetings
Document student progress in EMR or other approved systems, meeting DOE and contract/site standards
Prepare evaluations, re-evaluations, quarterly progress reports, equipment justifications, and Easterseals documentation
Supervise and mentor assistant-level therapists (COTAs), approving treatment notes
Provide supervision for volunteers and interns as needed
Participate in annual peer reviews of school therapy team members