Occupational Therapist (School Based)

Occupational Therapist (School Based) - Bonifay, Fl

Location: Bonifay, FL Employment Type: Full-time Hourly Rate: $35.00 - $40.00/hr (depending on experience)

Occupational therapists (OT) evaluate and treat patients to improve functioning in daily life activities such as getting dressed, toileting, bathing, cooking, and recreational activities. Exercises include stretching, strengthening, and flexibility. OT focuses on the restoration of the range of joint motion, muscle strength, and fine motor training.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive hourly wage of $35 - $40/hr based on your experience.
• Work Schedule: This is a full-time position.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative educational environment.
• Impactful Work: Make a significant difference in children's lives by helping them achieve greater independence in daily activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate degree - Master's or Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current Florida OT license or eligibility for licensure.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent organizational skills
• Adaptability and welcome change
• Strong collaboration skills
• Good documentation and writing skills
• Great personalities and people skills

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Evaluations and Supervision.
• Help with fine motor skills so they can grasp and release things and develop good handwriting skills.
• Address handeye coordination to improve play skills (hitting a target, batting a ball, copying from a blackboard, etc.)
• Help with developmental delays perform daily tasks more independently (toileting, bathing, getting dressed, brushing their teeth, feeding themselves, etc.)
• Work with those who have sensory and attention issues to improve focus and social skills.
• Help those with behavioral disorders learn anger-management techniques (i.e., instead of hitting others or acting out, using positive ways to deal with anger, such as writing about feelings or participating in a physical activity).
• Evaluate a patient's need for specialized equipment, such as wheelchairs, splints, bathing equipment, dressing devices, or communication aids.

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