School Occupational Therapist – Autism Spectrum Disorder, Elementary - $43 per hour
Supplemental Health Care · Philadelphia, PA
- On site
- Full-time
- $82,110 / year
- Philadelphia, PA
Job highlights
- School-based OT role in Philadelphia.
- Focus on students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Develop and implement IEPs for student success.
- Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families.
- Offer competitive pay and a $3,000 bonus.
About the role
School Occupational Therapist - Autism Spectrum Disorder, Elementary
Supplemental Health Care is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: School Services
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 37 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Local Contract
About the Role
Help kids shine as a School-Based OT! Are you ready to make a real difference in students’ lives and still have your evenings, weekends, and holidays to yourself? Supplemental Health Care is partnering with a fantastic school district to hire an Occupational Therapist who’s excited to help kids succeed.
Qualifications
- Licensed Occupational Therapist with a Pennsylvania license (or eligibility to obtain one)
- Passion for working with kids and a creative, flexible approach
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver OT services based on each student’s IEP
- Develop, implement, and track therapy plans that actually work
- Evaluate students, collect data, and monitor progress
- Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to help students thrive
- Work across multiple grade levels (some travel between schools may be required)
- Potentially supervise OT assistants
Pay and Bonus
- $40.25 - $43.35 per hour
- $3,000 assignment bonus available (conditions apply; ask recruiter for details)
Why Join SHC?
Supplemental Health Care is a team that supports you so you can do your best work. We’ve earned the “Best of Staffing” award multiple times and offer opportunities for mentorship, career growth, and professional development.
If you’re ready to help students shine, grow your skills, and enjoy a great work-life balance, apply now and let’s get started!
What We Offer
- Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance!
- Round the clock support.
- SHC's Share the Care referral program.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a wide range of investment options.
- Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University.
Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates, including veterans and those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. SHC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, or federal law. To learn more, visit www.shccares.com/eeo
Supplemental Health Care Job ID #1503904.
Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 37 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Supplemental Health Care
At Supplemental Health Care, a simple belief in the power of caring guides a unique commitment to world-class service in healthcare staffing. For 40 years, we’ve supported talented professionals pursuing their life calling in hospitals, schools, home health, corrections, behavioral health, and other settings. At SHC, we inspire vital connections and enrich lives and inspire better outcomes.
As recipients of the Best in Staffing Awards for both Client and Talent, Supplemental Health Care is proud to be among only 2% of staffing companies singled out for the distinction based on the real feedback of our employees and the clients we serve. SHC has also earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and is named among the Largest Health Care Staffing companies in the United States by Staffing Industry Analysts.
We are also thrilled to recognize our very own SLP, Dr. Kelly Byrd as the American Staffing Association 2024 National Staffing Employee of the Year and Health Care Sector All-Star. We’re honored to connect Dr. Byrd to employment, share her incredible story, and support her family literacy nonprofit.
For everyone that we serve, SHC is the place where caring hearts thrive.
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Benefits start day 1
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Discount program
- Health savings account
Key skills/competency
- Occupational Therapy
- School-Based OT
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- IEP Development
- Student Evaluation
- Therapy Plan Implementation
- Data Collection
- Progress Monitoring
- Collaboration with Educators
- Pediatric Therapy
Skills & topics
- Occupational Therapist
- School OT
- Pediatric OT
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- ASD
- IEP
- Therapy
- Healthcare Staffing
- School Services
- Philadelphia Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Pennsylvania OT license and experience with pediatric or school-based therapy, especially with ASD.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for working with children and your creative approach to therapy for the School Occupational Therapist position.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience developing and implementing IEPs, evaluating students, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your strong communication, flexibility, and collaborative mindset in your application and during interviews for this School Services role.
- Network strategically: Connect with Supplemental Health Care recruiters on LinkedIn to learn more about this specific contract job and other opportunities.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a School Occupational Therapist at Supplemental Health Care in Philadelphia?
- As a School Occupational Therapist for Supplemental Health Care in Philadelphia, your primary responsibilities will include delivering OT services based on student IEPs, developing and implementing therapy plans, evaluating students, collecting data, monitoring progress, and collaborating with educators, staff, and families. You may also work across multiple grade levels and potentially supervise OT assistants.
- What qualifications are needed to be a School Occupational Therapist for this contract role in Philadelphia?
- To qualify for this School Occupational Therapist position, you need a Licensed Occupational Therapist with a Pennsylvania license (or eligibility to obtain one). A passion for working with children, a creative and flexible approach, and strong communication and collaborative skills are also essential.
- What is the pay rate and bonus for the School Occupational Therapist position in Philadelphia?
- The hourly rate for this School Occupational Therapist role in Philadelphia ranges from $40.25 to $43.35. Additionally, there is a $3,000 assignment bonus available, though conditions apply, so it's best to ask your recruiter for details.
- What kind of support does Supplemental Health Care offer its School Occupational Therapists?
- Supplemental Health Care offers comprehensive support to its School Occupational Therapists, including round-the-clock assistance, opportunities for mentorship and career growth, professional development through Supplemental University (offering discounted CEU courses), and benefits that start on day one, such as medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance.
- Is there a travel requirement for this School Occupational Therapist position?
- Yes, this School Occupational Therapist position may involve working across multiple grade levels, which could require some travel between different school locations within the district.
- What is the duration of this School Occupational Therapist contract in Philadelphia?
- This is a 13-week contract for a School Occupational Therapist in Philadelphia. The start date is ASAP, and the role is for 37 hours per week.
- Does Supplemental Health Care offer benefits for contract School Occupational Therapists?
- Yes, Supplemental Health Care offers a comprehensive benefits package for contract School Occupational Therapists, including full medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance. They also offer a 401(k) Retirement Savings Program and access to continuing education courses.