
Description
Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services for 6th-8th grade students in a local school district near Elkins Park, PA.
Perks:
- PTS offers job stability and growth through advanced career opportunities.
- We offer competitive rates with reimbursement for documentation, meeting attendance, and report writing.
- This is a full-time, 1099 Independent contracting position, allowing for consistency and full caseload experience.
- PTS provides consistent on-site and off-site mentorship with Clinical Directors and Team Leaders.
- School-Based Academy: We provide robust support and community for school-based therapists to feel comfortable and succeed.
- Lending Library: Access an extensive collection of evaluation/testing tools and assessments for ongoing support.
- Access our PTS Team website for innovative programming, school and caseload stability, and team collaboration.
- Join our group Facebook page to connect and share resources with other PTS therapists.
- Robust Referral Bonus Program.
- Great company culture—supportive, collaborative, and fun team environment.
- Plan and provide appropriate specialized therapy techniques through individual and/or group sessions designed to meet the educational needs of 6th-8th grade students, consistent with therapy goals in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Screen, evaluate, and document student levels, strengths, needs, and progress using approved assessment tools.
- Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and multi-disciplinary team meetings to assess progress and develop/revise individual therapy interventions for middle school (6th-8th grade) students.
- Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and implement classroom-based activities and instructional techniques that ensure carry-over of skills and learning for middle schoolers.
- Provide consultative services to and involve parents in the therapy programs for their 6th-8th grade children.
- Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents in accordance with laws and school policy, including documentation about equipment and materials.
- Meet the needs of all students effectively by working in partnership with other disciplines.
- Comply with all applicable policies, laws, and school board rules.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of research, theories, and practices for school-based therapy, with a focus on adolescent/middle school populations.
Each year, the number of middle school students receiving related services under IDEA continues to rise. The need for specialized clinicians to serve students in grades 6–8 drives PTS's mission to deliver holistic, comprehensive therapy services. We have over 20 years of experience supporting independent contractors who share this vision. Join us to help students in their critical middle school years access their full education and reach their potential!
Qualifications:
- Valid state license as an Occupational Therapist
- Master's degree in occupational therapy
- Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Pediatric Therapeutic Services?
Looking to impact the future of children's lives? At PTS, we endeavor to find the right therapy or related service opportunities for providers who are dedicated to our passion of helping children thrive. PTS is leading the charge as a provider focused environment, in the areas of Early Intervention, School-Based Services, and Outpatient care. No need for you to navigate the pediatric therapy world alone. Committed to quality treatment and provider retention, we offer programming, solutions, and resources – Always allowing you to treat with confidence, knowing that mentors, other clinicians, clinical directors, resources, ideas, and experience surround you and are available for you to utilize.About Kelly
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