School Occupational Therapist | Homestead, Florida

Job description

Make a difference in the lives of children by bringing your expertise as an Occupational Therapist to a vibrant pediatric outpatient clinic in beautiful South Florida. This contract opportunity offers flexibility and variety, serving a diverse population of children ages 2 to 18 with mild to moderate needsincluding those with high-functioning autism. Enjoy the chance to work part-time (24-30 hours per week) where youll see each child individually, truly focusing on their unique goals and progress.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Florida OT license required
• Medicaid provider number required
• Background in school-based or pediatric OT practice
• Experience working with children ages 2 to 18
• Familiarity with mild to moderate developmental delays, reading/writing challenges, and social communication (pragmatics), particularly autism spectrum
• Strong skills in conducting assessments, evaluations, and direct interventions
• Comfortable participating in IEP meetings and collaborating with educational teams

Responsibilities:

• Perform individualized assessments and evaluations for pediatric clients
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to address receptive/expressive language, reading, writing, and pragmatic skills
• Deliver direct therapy with a one-on-one approach for optimal outcomes
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and attend IEP meetings as needed
• Maintain thorough documentation and uphold clinic standards

Benefits & Perks:

• Flexible, part-time hours that fit your lifestyle
• Option to extend contract or transition into a permanent role
• Opportunity to focus on client-centered care, working with children one-on-one
• Gain valuable experience in a supportive, collaborative environment

If youre motivated by meaningful work and the chance to positively influence children and families, this could be the perfect contract for you. Take the next stepapply today to inspire growth and progress for your clients and in your own career!