Occupational Therapist

Adelphi is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide occupational therapy services at a school facility in St. Louis, MO.
The ideal candidate will work closely with school administration to provide therapy services in accordance with established guidelines, school procedures, and standards of practice.

Job Quick Facts

• Reference #: EDU-892-04

• Profession: Allied Health

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist

• Location: St. Louis, MO

• Facility Type: School

• Coverage Type: On-Site

• Job Type: Part-Time (Apprx 24 hrs/ week)

• Contract Duration: ASAP to June 30, 2027

• Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - 8:00 a. m. – 4:00 p. m.

• Start Date: As soon as possible

• Compensation: $60 per hour

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program.

• Current Missouri Occupational Therapist license in good standing, as required under Chapter 324, RSMo.

• Experience providing occupational therapy services to children or young adults, preferably individuals ages 5–21.

• Experience working with individuals with visual impairments is preferred.

• Familiarity with school-based occupational therapy services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and IDEA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in accordance with each student’s IEP, including required service minutes and IEP goals and benchmarks.

• Deliver occupational therapy using an integrated therapy approach to support students’ participation and progress in the educational environment.

• Provide direct therapy services on an individual basis unless the student’s IEP specifies group services.

• Assess and address students’ functional, motor, sensory, visual-motor, fine-motor, and daily living skills as they relate to educational participation and IEP goals.

• Assist with the development of students’ Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) as part of the IEP process.

• Monitor and document student progress and provide progress information to classroom teachers and other school staff when requested.

• Consult with classroom staff and other school personnel regarding strategies and techniques that support students in achieving their IEP goals.

• Demonstrate appropriate occupational therapy techniques and strategies to classroom staff during consultation, as applicable.

• Collaborate with teachers, special education personnel, families, and other related service providers to support students’ educational and functional needs.

• Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, therapy services, progress, consultations, and other required student records.

• Any other duties as assigned.