Job Description

School Occupational Therapist at Care Options for Kids summary:

The School-Based Occupational Therapist provides specialized occupational therapy services to school-aged children, focusing on improving fine motor and sensory integration skills. They assess and evaluate students with physical or cognitive impairments and design individualized intervention plans while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. This role requires a master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy, state licensure, pediatric or school-based experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.

School-Based Occupational Therapist

• $48-$53 per hour

Position Summary:
The position of School-Based Occupational Therapist provides coordinated Occupational therapy to school-aged children. They plan, implement, and evaluate students to provide appropriate fine motor and/or sensory integration skills. They evaluate occupational roles and occupational performance of students with physical and/or cognitive impairments. They provide interventions based on student deficits and they collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Benefits/Compensation:

• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Discipline-specific mentor
• Online community of clinicians

Education/License/Certification:

• Masters, or PhD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution of higher education
• Current Active State License to practice Occupational Therapy in Oregon.

Experience/Requirements:

• Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Accepting Applications Through 8/31/2025

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Keywords:

school occupational therapy, pediatric occupational therapy, sensory integration, fine motor skills, student evaluation, interdisciplinary collaboration, physical impairments, cognitive impairments, therapeutic interventions, special education support

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