What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist-Preschool position at Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12?
Program: Special Education - Occupational/Physical Therapy Program
Description:
The LIU 12 Occupational and Physical Therapy department provides school-based therapy to preschool students, ages 3-5, in York, Adams and Franklin Counties. The primary goal of the related service is to ensure that students are able to access their educational curriculum and environment. The Mission of LIU 12 OT/PT is to provide evidence-based therapy services to support students’ access and participation within their educational environment and to act as specialized collaborators to our stakeholders.
Responsibilities for Occupational Therapists include, but are not limited to:
Terms: Full-time, 188 days
Salary: LIUEA Pay Scale starting July 1, 2025 (Min. $59,172.22 Bachelor's Degree; Min $63,672.22 Master's Degree (up to 44 credits)) plus excellent benefits*
Description:
The LIU 12 Occupational and Physical Therapy department provides school-based therapy to preschool students, ages 3-5, in York, Adams and Franklin Counties. The primary goal of the related service is to ensure that students are able to access their educational curriculum and environment. The Mission of LIU 12 OT/PT is to provide evidence-based therapy services to support students’ access and participation within their educational environment and to act as specialized collaborators to our stakeholders.
Responsibilities for Occupational Therapists include, but are not limited to:
- OT assessments and evaluations
- Developing treatment plans
- Consulting with classroom staff and parents
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, required. Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, preferred
- Licensed in the state of Pennsylvania
- NBCOT Certification
- Pediatric and/or school based experience, preferred
Terms: Full-time, 188 days
Salary: LIUEA Pay Scale starting July 1, 2025 (Min. $59,172.22 Bachelor's Degree; Min $63,672.22 Master's Degree (up to 44 credits)) plus excellent benefits*
*The LIU offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, including:
- Medical (for a nominal premium), dental and vision insurance. Dental & Vision are at no cost to the employee
- All full-time professional staff receive a $45,000 life insurance policy, at no cost to the employee.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For any employees and eligible dependents. You have the opportunity for 3 free counseling sessions per year, per person.
- Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability
- Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS)
- Full-time employees who are scheduled for 188 days/year receive 10 sick days and 3 personal days. If hired after the start of any year, the leave is prorated.
- Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center. It is available to employees and their family members (2 years & older) enrolled in the LIU medical plan. There are no copays and/or deductibles for services provided at our health centers. See: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/ for more information.
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Working for the LIU qualifies individuals who may be interested in applying for the loan forgiveness program. More details can be found at: https://studentaid.gov/articles/teacher-loan-forgiveness-options/
Salary : $45,000 - $63,672
