Occupational Therapist

Merakey • Indiana, PA

2h • Onsite

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 assesses students’ functional abilities and related skills, develops and documents individualized treatment plans, contributes to IEP development and revision, and collaborates with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary team members. The position also requires maintaining accurate clinical documentation, current professional licensure, and required continuing education in accordance with agency and state regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Master of Arts in an Occupational Therapist program.
• Certification by the National Board for 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 participation 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 impact student performance.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support student progress and achieve educational goals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, current professional licensure, and required continuing education in accordance with agency and state regulations.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• 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).
• Access to the On the Goga well-being platform, featuring 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