About this opportunity
RCM Health Care Services lists this School-Based Occupational Therapist opportunity in naperville, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Hourly Rate: $60.00 – $65.00 per hour
Location: Naperville, Illinois Onsite
Position Summary: Occupational Therapists are needed for the 2026–2027 school year in the Far West, Far Northwest suburban, and Fox Valley areas of Illinois. Opportunities include both short-term and long-term assignments, including full-time school year and FMLA coverage positions. The Occupational Therapist will support elementary and middle school students across general education, resource, and self-contained settings. This role focuses on providing direct and consultative occupational therapy services in a collaborative, student-centered educational environment.
Responsibilities:
• Schedule / Shift
Shift details: Monday–Friday following school schedule
Hours per week: Full-time hours based on school schedule
Contract length: 2026–2027 school year
• Key Duties:
Provide occupational therapy screenings, assessments, treatment, and progress reporting for students
Deliver direct and consultative occupational therapy services in accordance with student needs and IEP goals
Participate in and present at IEP meetings and student conferences with educational staff
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student success
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
• Education
Required: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Licenses & Certifications
Required: Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license through IDFPR
Preferred: Prior school-based or pediatric experience
Skills:
Ability to work collaboratively in a student-centered educational environment
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Knowledge of occupational therapy practices within school settings
Ability to manage varying caseloads across multiple educational programs
Benefits:
Weekly pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees
Long-term and short-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) available
Flexible Spending Accounts and Child Care Spending Accounts offered
Paid time off accrued
Virtual healthcare assistance available
Some benefits available for part-time employees
Up to $300 continuing education/materials reimbursement for full-time employees
About Us: RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being. RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation: RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.
Worksite address
naperville, IL, 60564, US
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