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Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Brooklyn, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist Discipline: School Services Start Date: 09/07/2026 Duration: 36 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel 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. Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID 439898. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Jackson Therapy Partners Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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