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School Occupational Therapist - $1,911 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners · Brooklyn, NY · 1 mo ago
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About the role

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Brooklyn, New York. Join a supportive school team where your work makes a real impact, all while experiencing everything New York City has to offer.

Specialty and Discipline

  • Specialty: Occupational Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy

Assignment Details

  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • Duration: 36 weeks
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
  • Active State OT license in New York required to start the assignment.
  • Experience providing occupational therapy services in school-based settings preferred.
  • Competence conducting evaluations, developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and writing goal-aligned treatment plans.
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary school teams, teachers, and families.
  • Familiarity with district, state, and federal documentation requirements and timely compliant record keeping.
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
  • Strong communication and time-management skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with assistive technology, sensory integration strategies, and classroom-based consultative models.

Responsibilities

  • Provide occupational therapy services in a school-based setting to support student participation and educational goals.
  • Conduct evaluations and contribute to IEP development and goal setting.
  • Deliver individualized and group therapy, and implement classroom-based interventions.
  • Collaborate with teachers, school teams, and families to support carryover of skills.
  • Maintain timely, compliant documentation and progress reporting per district and state requirements.

Location Highlights

Brooklyn, NY offers diverse urban neighborhoods and easy access to parks and waterfronts. Visit Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden within a 10–20 minute drive from central neighborhoods, offering green space and year-round programming. Explore the Brooklyn Waterfront such as Brooklyn Bridge Park with skyline views and ferry access to Manhattan within a 10–25 minute commute. Cultural destinations include the Brooklyn Museum and Coney Island boardwalk, each providing local arts and seasonal events within a 20–40 minute transit ride. The borough features extensive subway connections to Manhattan and Queens, short commute times to major transit hubs, and varied neighborhood lifestyles from fast-paced downtown Brooklyn to quieter residential areas in Park Slope and Bay Ridge.

Why You Will Value This Role

  • Opportunity to impact student outcomes and support school-based programs.
  • Access to recruiter support and clinical resources for professional growth.
  • Options for local contract or travel assignments and guidance on licensure and credentialing.

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