School Occupational Therapist
About The Position
At MJ Care, the School Occupational Therapist supports students in accessing their education and thriving in the school environment. The role provides direct services aligned with students’ IEPs and other individualized support plans, working closely with teachers, administrators, and fellow service providers. Services support students’ functional, sensory, motor, self-care, adaptive, and other skills so they can participate more fully in their educational environment. The position is embedded in the school day and balances direct student interaction, multidisciplinary collaboration, and documentation. The Occupational Therapist participates in team meetings, contributes to planning and progress discussions, and adapts services to individual student needs and changing school priorities. MJ Care describes a supportive team environment focused on clear communication and strong relationships with clinicians and school partners.
Requirements
- Master’s or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current Wisconsin DSPS Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
- Current Wisconsin DPI School Occupational Therapy license (O051).
- Individual NPI number, required for Medicaid billing beginning in the 2026–2027 school year.
- Maintain all licenses and certifications in good standing throughout employment.
- Meet all district and state onboarding requirements, including background checks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly with scheduling and documentation.
- Ability to manage a caseload and adapt to changing priorities in a school environment.
- Comfort with basic technology for documentation, communication, and service tracking.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to respond to student needs in real time.
- Ability to comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including FERPA and HIPAA.
- Reliable transportation if travel between school sites is required.
- Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric setting.
- Familiarity with IEPs, evaluations, service documentation, and progress monitoring.
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct services to students in alignment with IEPs and other individualized support plans.
- Support students with fine motor, sensory, self-care, adaptive, and functional skill development.
- Conduct evaluations, re-evaluations, screenings, and progress monitoring as needed.
- Deliver services in a variety of settings, including classrooms, small groups, and one-on-one sessions.
- Work with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student success.
- Participate in and contribute to IEP meetings, team meetings, and progress discussions.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant service documentation and records.
- Manage caseload responsibilities, including scheduling and service tracking.
- Communicate effectively with school staff and, when appropriate, families.
- Support a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.
- Follow all district policies, procedures, and school expectations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
