Part time School-Based Occupational Therapist - OT - JO-2506-36651 Job at PediaStaff, Palatine, IL

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  • PediaStaff
  • Palatine, IL

Job Description

Here's a new opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to work in Palatine, IL at a therapeutic day school. They have a part time opening for SY 25-26. The position is 2-2.5 days per week.


We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with experience in pediatrics/school-based settings to join our team in Palatine for the new school year.

*The position is 16 hours per week during the school year.
*The majority of the population are students with a dx of autism, level 1 and 2. All are highly verbal, but have some regulation needs and some struggle with externalizing behaviors.
*You'll be the only OT on campus, but you'll have support from speech therapists, art therapists, music therapists, vocational counselors, restorative interventions and teaching and support staff
*We have 70 students today and 75% of those have OT minutes, there will be another OT on site working three days a week to share caseload
*Our ideal candidate is someone who takes initiative to support students' sensory needs across the building and through OT groups
*Familiarity with IEPs is highly preferred
Qualifications: You will need to hold a Master's Degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy and a current state license (or be eligible for same). At least one year of experience working with kids.

PediaStaff delivers flexible staffing solutions in pediatric and educational based settings. We offer excellent hourly rates and Per Diem based on IRS eligibility. In addition:

* Full-time employees receive nationally recognized medical insurance and 401K with employer contributions
* We offer allowances for continuing education, licensure, malpractice, and relocation
* You'll be paid weekly
* Our select team of Clinical Resource Specialists is available to help ensure your success. You are not alone when you are on assignment with PediaStaff

PediaStaff provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PediaStaff complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company does business.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Contract work, 16 hours, Local area, Relocation, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,

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