Occupational Therapist School Based - $5,000 Sign On Bonus
About The Position
Chileda is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help improve the quality of life of students with cognitive and behavioral challenges. The OT evaluates student functioning in sensory integration, cognition, psychosocial development, fine motor skills, and academics, then develops and implements individualized treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team. The role supports students’ participation in self-care and daily living, academic and vocational activities, and play and leisure through direct intervention, consultation, assistive technology, and environmental modifications. The OT works with parents, teachers, educational staff, and an interdisciplinary team to support students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday position with typical hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and no nights, holidays, or weekends. The position supervises one Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
Requirements
- Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Current Wisconsin Occupational Therapy license, or ability to obtain one.
- Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, or ability to obtain certification.
- License through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, or ability to obtain one.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments, interpret findings, and participate in the IEP team.
- Develop individualized intervention plans.
- Provide direct and indirect therapy services addressing daily living skills, motor development, cognition, and psychosocial functioning.
- Collaborate with speech therapy, behavior therapy professionals including BCBAs, educators, and a COTA.
- Coordinate care plans to maintain consistency across therapeutic and educational environments.
- Participate in team meetings to align strategies and support student success.
- Support special education planning and help establish occupational therapy service procedures.
- Supervise the work of one Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Work with educators, families, and staff to support student needs.
- Provide training and resources to school personnel and families.
- Maintain accurate service records and evaluation reports.
- Participate in IEP meetings and adhere to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Company-paid long-term disability
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off, plus an additional two weeks annually
- Ten paid holidays
- Annual professional development funds
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
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Job Type
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