School Occupational Therapist - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Soliant

Cambridge, MA 02139, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) opportunity is available in a K-12 school setting located just 20 minutes outside of Boston, in Cambridge, MA. This contract position offers coverage for a maternity leave, with an anticipated start date around March 26 and an end date of June 12. There may also be an opportunity to extend into the Extended School Year (ESY) program for interested candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individualized occupational therapy services to students in grades K-12, supporting their educational goals.
Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to develop and implement effective therapy plans.
Conduct assessments and document student progress in accordance with school policies.
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute recommendations to support student success.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

Licensed Occupational Therapist with experience in school-based settings.
Familiarity working with K-12 student populations to address diverse therapeutic needs.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with educational teams.
Ability to design and execute therapy programs aligned with educational standards.

Location:

Cambridge, MA, approximately 20 minutes from Boston, offering convenient access to urban amenities and public transportation.

Job Details:

Contract position covering an OT maternity leave.
Full-time schedule from approximately March 26 to June 12.
Potential to continue with the Extended School Year (ESY) program upon interest.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to support students in a dynamic educational environment while gaining valuable school-based OT experience. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply to contribute their skills to this rewarding role.

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.62 to $58.62. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.