Occupational Therapist

Description

Austill's Educational Services, the leading provider of school-based related services in southeastern PA, seeks a pediatric Occupational Therapist to work up to 2 days with school age children in the York, PA area. Additional opportunities in the Lancaster and Harrisburg areas to add to your caseload, if desired.

Who We Are:

Austill's has been providing school-based therapy services for over 40 years! We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of our students through high-quality educational therapy services. We prioritize our therapists' work-life balance, helping them create caseloads and schedules that fit their needs. Our experienced Educational Therapy Managers and Peer Mentor Program offer guidance and clinical support, making Austill's a great partner for your professional growth!

We stay updated with new educational practices, embracing innovation and research to empower therapists to work effectively with students, their teachers, and their families. Through our Clinical Fieldwork Program and various service projects, we maintain strong relationships with regional universities and community groups.

Benefits of Working with Us:

• Your dedicated Educational Therapy Manager is an experienced school-based clinician who understands your role
• Peer support and collaboration abound within Austill’s team
• Competitive rates
• Continuing education opportunities
• Our newly updated Orientation Program is designed to support both seasoned clinicians and new school-based therapists, offering a comprehensive and customizable learning experience
• Clinical Resource Library is available for your standardized assessment needs
• Access to healthcare and accounting resources
• Efficient and user-friendly billing and documentation systems
• Flexible scheduling—Treat during school hours Monday-Friday
• Leadership opportunities as a Peer Mentor, Clinical Fieldwork Supervisor, and more!

Responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist:

• Provide direct therapy to students from preschool to grade 12.
• Consult with teachers, other therapists, support staff, and families to facilitate classroom participation and maximize the student’s potential.
• Fulfill documentation requirements, including data collection, progress updates for marking periods, and yearly IEP revisions with updated goals and treatment strategies.
• Attend IEP meetings as recommended.
• Travel may be required throughout the school day.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited OT educational program.
• Valid Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License
• Passion for working with children and a clear dedication to helping them maximize their potential
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
• Exceptional desire to be a collaborative team member, learn and grow

*We conduct a thorough background check. All clearances must be completed within one year of the start date unless otherwise indicated. *