Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a School-Based Occupational Therapist in Saint Augustine, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing students' abilities to perform daily activities and thrive in an educational setting. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives by providing specialized therapy services tailored to their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough evaluations and create personalized treatment plans to improve students' fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and daily living activities.
• Implement therapy sessions focused on exercises for stretching, strengthening, and enhancing flexibility to restore joint motion and muscle strength.
• Assist students with developmental delays in achieving independence in daily tasks, such as dressing, toileting, and feeding.
• Address sensory processing and attention issues to improve focus and social interactions in the classroom environment.
• Support students with behavioral disorders in developing effective anger-management strategies and coping mechanisms.
• Assess and recommend specialized equipment, such as wheelchairs or communication aids, to meet students' unique needs.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy (Master’s or Clinical Doctorate).
• Excellent organizational skills and adaptability to changing environments.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Proficient in documentation and report writing.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.

Note: We welcome applications from H1B candidates who are already licensed in the United States.

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