Part-Time School-Based OT – $58/hr

Amergis Careers

2 days ago

Part-Time School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Schedule: 3 days/week (Preferred: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – Potential Flexibility on Hours)
Weekly Hours: 21 hours/week
Duration: 40 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: June 2, 2026
Hourly Pay Rate: $58/hr
Grade Levels: Kindergarten – 5th Grade
Caseload: Split between a Kindergarten-only building and a Grades 1–5 elementary school (within walking distance)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to support students in a school-based setting. This role involves conducting evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, delivering direct services, and maintaining documentation in alignment with each student’s plan of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform student evaluations and develop treatment plans
Provide therapy services in accordance with IEP goals
Collaborate with educators, families, and other service providers
Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with professional standards

Qualifications:

Current Occupational Therapist license in Illinois
Minimum of 1 year of professional OT experience preferred
CPR certification (if applicable)
TB test or chest x-ray (if applicable)
Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

Modality: School-Based Occupational Therapy

To Apply or Learn More:
Contact: Cliffton Meadows
National Recruitment Manager – Amergis
?? 813-371-5189
?? ClMeadow@Amergis.com

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.