School Occupational Therapist | Gadsden, Arizona

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Deliver occupational therapy services in a dynamic school setting providing support to students from multiple schools within the Gadsden, AZ area. This contract position offers 20-30 hours per week, focusing on delivering direct services to approximately 40 students. The role involves visiting 1-2 school sites daily, primarily serving a high school caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy evaluations and interventions to students requiring support
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on student assessments
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to enhance student progress
• Manage documentation and reporting in compliance with school policies
• Coordinate services across up to 6 schools, ensuring effective caseload management
• Support students functional participation and academic success through targeted therapy

Desired Qualifications:

• Current Occupational Therapy license or certification suitable for school settings
• Experience working with pediatric populations in school environments, particularly high school students
• Ability to manage a caseload of approximately 40 students efficiently
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Flexibility to travel between multiple school sites daily
• Familiarity with educational therapy protocols and regulatory requirements

Location: Gadsden, Arizona

This opportunity is ideal for an occupational therapist interested in contributing to student success across several schools while managing a structured caseload with moderate travel between sites. The position fills a vacancy created by the resignation of the current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

If you have a passion for school-based occupational therapy and want to make a positive impact on students lives in this contract role with flexible hours, apply today!