Occupational Therapist → $2,000 Annual Education Stipend

Starting Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 /year based on experience PLUS $2,000 Annual Education Stipend!&##Environment: Special Education Program, Grades K-12, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Occupational Therapist   to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction! As an Occupational Therapist , you will provide direct therapy to students with special needs including but not limited to development, implementation and maintenance of designated instructional programs, conducting regular assessments, and developing or adjusting individualized education plan (IEP) goals as needed. ‖ Implementing student-specific occupational therapy services as outlined in each Individualized Education Program (IEP), including adherence to frequency, duration, and service location requirements.Completing comprehensive assessment reports within state- and district-mandated timelines to support data-driven educational planning.Communicating evaluation results and individualized therapy recommendations to families, educational staff, students (as appropriate), and related agencies, with appropriate consent from the student’s legal guardian. Planning and developing targeted therapeutic goals that are educationally relevant and seamlessly integrated into each student’s academic program.Conducting ongoing reassessments and modifying therapy objectives based on evolving student needs and progress toward educational outcomes.Monitoring the fidelity of therapy implementation and collaborating with and training educators, paraprofessionals, and other support staff involved in occupational therapy interventions. Documenting student progress through timely and accurate reporting in alignment with district standards and program guidelines.Participating in IEP meetings to share data-informed insights, progress updates, and goal recommendations to support individualized planning.Evaluating progress toward therapy goals and determining when students are ready to transition from or discontinue occupational therapy services. Facilitating professional development sessions and in-service trainings to enhance the capacity of occupational therapy staff and interdisciplinary team members.Participating in training school personnel on the effective use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment, while maintaining proper documentation of use and outcomes.Master's degree or higher in occupational therapy or a closely related field of study. Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a state occupational therapy (OT) credential.Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in providing occupational therapy services, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting. Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.Prior experience and/or knowledge in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions. Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.  is a division of   , the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives !&##At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! and every day is a  Chance   to transform lives through education! ‖ Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans~ Annual Education Stipend - $2,000~ FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions~ FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line~ Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance~ Company Paid Employee Assistance Program~ Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts~ Personal Protection Insurance Plans~ Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program~ Legal Services Insurance ~ Pet Health Insurance~ School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule~ Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy~401k Retirement Saving Plan~ Copyright © 2026 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a ChanceLight® company *Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.EducationMasters or better in Occupational Therapy or related fieldOccupational TherapistOccupational TherapyTeacher Mentoring/TrainingDevelopmental DisabilitiesLearning DisabilitiesAutismIndividualized Education Programs (IEP)Performance MotivationStudent Coaching/MentorshipAcademic SupportComputer SkillsK-12 EducationSpecial EducationTreatment PlanningInspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization