School Occupational Therapist 26-27 SY

Jackson HealthPros • Contract • Brooklyn, NY, United States, NY, United States • 1d ago

Looking to take your OT career to the next level? We’re hiring school-based Occupational Therapists across Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Manhattan—with the chance to live and work in one of the most exciting cities in the world. From grabbing coffee at a corner café to exploring iconic neighborhoods, NYC offers endless energy, culture, and opportunity. Join a supportive school team where your work makes a real impact, all while experiencing everything the city has to offer.

What We're Looking For

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: experience with assistive technology, sensory integration strategies, and classroom-based consultative models.

Assignment Details

There are options to work with students K-12 and the school works to match you with your preferred grades.

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.

What You'll Do

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.

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.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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