Schools - Occupational Therapist

ProCare TherapyShelbyville, TN, US

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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.

An experienced Occupational Therapist with a background in school-based services is needed to support students through a leave contract in Shelbyville, TN. This role involves hands-on evaluations, direct interventions, and collaborative consultation within a dynamic educational setting.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct occupational therapy and sensory evaluations for referred students as well as scheduled re-evaluations.
Provide direct therapy services to approximately 11 students across four different schools.
Consult and collaborate with teachers, support teams, and IEP meeting participants regarding student needs and strategies.
Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) and support team meetings regularly.
Offer consultative support for an additional 15-20 students.

Schedule & Duration :

The position requires in-person support for 3 days per week, with 7 hours per day.

There is potential for increased hours depending on student referral volume.

Contract duration spans from the first week of February through a week or two before the end of the school year.

Preferred Qualifications :

Licensure as a Registered Occupational Therapist with experience in school-based practice.

Familiarity with educational assessments, sensory integration techniques, and IEP processes.

Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with educators, support staff, students, and families.

Ability to manage multiple caseloads across different locations efficiently.

Benefits of this role include the opportunity to impact student success across several schools while working within a supportive educational environment. The three-day weekly schedule offers a focused, manageable workload with the possibility for additional hours if needed.

Qualified candidates seeking to provide comprehensive OT support to school-aged children are encouraged to apply to contribute their expertise to this important role.

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Occupational Therapist • Shelbyville, TN, US