Occupational Therapist School Setting in Clayton, NC
Make a difference in the lives of students while advancing your own career as a dedicated school-based Occupational Therapist in Wake County, North Carolina. This rewarding opportunity is a full-time, on-site contract role working within several schools. You'll become an integral part of a collaborative team, leveraging your expertise to support students’ developmental and educational needs. Interviews are being scheduled immediately, with the position to begin 30 days from offer.
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Valid North Carolina OT license (NCBOT) and a post-graduate OT degree (Master’s preferred)
- School-based OT experience beyond fieldwork or graduate school; NC schools experience preferred
- Proficiency with ECATS and IEPs; comfortable documenting and managing services
- Strong experience with the Sensory Processing Measure–2 (SPM-2) and Sensory Profile 2
- Demonstrated skill in performing motor screenings, comprehensive OT evaluations, and interpreting results in an educational context
- Familiarity with a broad range of standardized assessments used in schools
- Ability to register for NPI and NC Tracks prior to start date
- Clearance via DCDEE fingerprinting and district background check
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide OT services to a varied caseload across multiple school sites, focusing on K-12 students
- Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in alignment with educational standards
- Collaborate closely with educational teams to integrate therapy services into students’ academic goals
- Diligently document and track student progress in accordance with district and state guidelines
- Participate in monthly workload reviews to ensure equitable caseload distribution
Step into a supportive environment committed to regular workload assessment and professional growth. If your passion lies in empowering students to reach their full potential within the school environment, your expertise is needed.
Take the next step in your OT career—submit your application today to be considered for this impactful school-based opportunity. Interviews are happening now!
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