Occupational Therapist Job Opportunity Available

Exciting Opportunity: Full-Time Contract Occupational Therapist Position

Blazer Jobs is currently seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for a full-time contract position in Opelousas, LA. We are openly interviewing for this school-based role and invite qualified professionals to apply. The successful candidate must meet all requirements set forth by local and state regulations, including holding a master's degree in Occupational Therapy and being licensed through the state board.

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Opelousas, LA
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Active and valid state licensure through the Louisiana state board.
• Experience with special education students and families is highly preferred.

Job Duties: As an Occupational Therapist in this role, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

1. Conducting evaluations and assessments to determine students' motor skills, sensory processing, and functional abilities.
2. Developing individualized treatment plans and goals based on assessment findings and collaborating with other professionals, teachers, and parents.
3. Providing direct occupational therapy services to students, including interventions to improve fine motor skills, sensory integration, visual-motor coordination, and activities of daily living.
4. Monitoring students' progress, documenting therapy sessions, and maintaining accurate records of treatment plans and outcomes.
5. Participating in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure students' needs are met effectively.
6. Providing education and guidance to parents and caregivers on strategies to support students' occupational therapy goals at home.

Benefits:

• Weekly direct deposit.
• Health care options.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Other traditional benefits offered by Blazer Jobs to each full-time employee.

Application Process: Qualified professionals are invited to email their resume to mandi.rivera@blazerjobs.com. For a quicker response or to inquire further about the position, please call Mandi Rivera at 813-540-9714.

Note: This district may offer renewal opportunities based on performance while on contract.

Blazer Jobs is committed to bettering the lives of exceptional professionals like you who better the lives of students every day.

Mandi Rivera
Recruiting Advisor
813-540-9714
mandi.rivera@blazerjobs.com