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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Shelton, WAACTIVE LiricareLocation: Shelton, WA Position: Full-Time, 1.0 FTE Setting: In-Person, School-Based Start Date: November 2026 Compensation: $33–$36 per hour on W-2ABOUT THE ROLE LiriCare is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students at a school district in Shelton, Washington. You will deliver occupational therapy services to students across the district's caseload under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, carrying out established treatment plans that support fine motor, sensory, self-regulation, and functional participation goals. The role involves daily collaboration with special education teams, classroom teachers, and paraeducators to keep therapy embedded in the school day. This is a 1.0 FTE position beginning in November. The district is looking for someone who can step in mid-year and provide consistent, uninterrupted service through the remainder of the school year.WHY LIRICARE At LiriCare, we are building long-term careers and partnerships that matter. Here is what sets us apart:Transparent compensation: Clear rates and straightforward communication throughout the hiring process.Liri AI: Reduce time spent on documentation, including SOAP notes and progress reports, so you can focus more of your day on supporting students.Built-in professional community: Connect with therapists, educators, and special education professionals for peer support and clinical discussion.Marketplace earnings: Share your own professional resources and keep 96% of every sale.Responsive support: Our school services team remains available throughout your assignment to help with onboarding, communication, and day-to-day needs.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS$33–$36 per hour on W-2, based on experience and credentialsHealth, dental, and vision insurance for eligible W-2 employeesWashington paid sick leave, accrued per state requirementsRetirement savings optionsProfessional development supportRelocation or sign-on assistance for select candidatesFree access to eligible LiriCare platform toolsWHAT YOU'LL DODeliver occupational therapy interventions in accordance with treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational TherapistProvide services in areas such as fine motor skills, visual motor integration, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independenceDeliver services in classroom, small group, and individual settings as the IEP directsCollect and record data on student performance and progress toward IEP goalsReport student response to intervention to the supervising Occupational Therapist and contribute to plan adjustmentsSupport the use of adaptive equipment and classroom accommodationsParticipate in IEP meetings and contribute progress updates as directedMaintain accurate service records and documentationCollaborate with teachers, families, administrators, paraeducators, and other members of the educational teamTravel between school sites within the district, where requiredWHAT YOU'LL NEEDAssociate degree from an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programCurrent NBCOT certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy AssistantActive Washington Occupational Therapy Assistant license, or eligibility to obtain oneWillingness to practice under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in accordance with Washington state practice requirementsExperience working with school-age students preferredUnderstanding of IEPs and school-based special education servicesStrong communication, documentation, and collaboration skillsValid driver's license and reliable transportationAbility to work full-time and in person in SheltonAvailability to begin in NovemberAbility to complete all district-required background checks and onboarding requirements, including Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint clearanceABOUT SHELTON Shelton sits on the southern end of Puget Sound in Mason County, about twenty minutes from Olympia and within reach of Tacoma and the Olympic Peninsula. The district serves roughly 4,000 students across seven schools, making it the largest district in Mason County. For clinicians who want a full caseload in a small community with real continuity of students, alongside easy access to the outdoors and to the Olympia and Tacoma metro areas, Shelton offers an unusually good balance.LiriCare celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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shelton, WA, 98584, US
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