About this opportunity
The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh lists this Occupational Therapist (School-Based) opportunity in pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Occupational Therapist, School-based
At The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh, we've built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we're forever proud of our team members who don't just make a career here – they make a difference.
Job Title: Occupational Therapist, School-based
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule: 7:30am-3:30am, 193 days/annually as per the school calendar
About the Position
The Occupational Therapist provides school-based occupational therapy services as a related service within an Approved Private School, supporting students with complex educational, behavioral, communication, and developmental needs. The Occupational Therapist evaluates students, develops and implements individualized interventions aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP), and collaborates with educators, families, and multidisciplinary team members to maximize students' access to the curriculum and participation in the school environment. Using evidence-based practices, including principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the Occupational Therapist prioritizes services within natural learning environments whenever appropriate to promote skill development, independence, and generalization. As a member of the educational team, the Occupational Therapist supports student success by fostering functional skills that enable meaningful participation in educational activities and school routines.
Planning and Preparation
Effective Non-Teaching Professional (NTP) plan and prepare to deliver high-quality services equitably to all learners based upon extensive evidence-based knowledge of their discipline relative to individual and systems-level needs and within the context of interdisciplinary collaboration. Service delivery outcomes are clear, measurable, and represent relevant goals for the individual and system.
Educational Environment
Effective NTPs assess and enhance the quality of the environment along multiple dimensions toward improved academic, behavioral and social-emotional outcomes. Environmental dimensions include adult-student relationships, staff interactions, security and maintenance, administration, student academic orientation, student behavioral values, student-peer relationships, parent and community-school relationships, instructional and intervention management and student activities. Monitor and adjust interventions based on patient response and progress toward goals.
Delivery of Service
Effective NTP service delivery and evidence-based practice originate from a problem-solving process that can be applied at the individual, group, and systems level and is used for: (a) identification of priority areas for improvement; (b) analysis of variables related to the situation, including student needs and backgrounds; (c) selection of relevant factors within the system; (d) fidelity of implementation of services and supports; and (e) monitoring of effectiveness of services.
Professional Responsibilities
Effective NTPs have high ethical standards and a deep sense of professionalism, focused on improving their own service delivery in an equitable and inclusive manner and supporting the ongoing learning of colleagues. Their record keeping systems are efficient and effective. NTPs communicate with all parties clearly, frequently, and with cultural sensitivity. These professionals assume leadership roles within the system and engage in a wide variety of professional development activities that serve to strengthen evidence-based practices. Reflection on their practice results in ideas for improvement that are shared across professional learning communities and contribute to improving the practice of others.
Qualifications
Relevant pediatric or school-based occupational therapy experience.
Must be registered with NBCOT.
Bachelor's, Master's, MOT, or OTD degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Current Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist licensure or eligibility for licensure.
Current and valid CPR and First Aid certification preferred (training provided if needed).
Advanced certifications or specialization in pediatric therapy preferred.
Must successfully complete the following pre-employment clearances:
Act 34 Criminal Background Check
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Background Check
Benefits Summary
Medical and Prescription insurance - Choice of two health plans and networks
Dental and Vision - Free coverage for team members.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves
Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid - 6 weeks
403b Retirement Plan – pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
Student Loan Refinancing Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program – CI qualifies as non-profit
Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development/CEU's
Life and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
Credit Union
Team Member Recognition Events
Referral bonus
CPR training (employer paid)
Are you looking for a position where you can make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families? Are you ready to brighten the future of Amazing Children? We want to hear from you! The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place – we can't wait to meet you!
Worksite address
pittsburgh, PA, 15289, US
Who can apply
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