Occupational Therapist

Crestwood, Illinois

Category: Education

Contract - Full Time

Job ID: 1040158

Work Setting: Schools

Contract Duration: 30 Weeks

 

Est. Pay: $40 / Hour

Posted Date: 10/28/2025

Crestwood, Illinois

Work Setting: Schools

Category: Education

Contract Duration: 30 Weeks

Contract - Full Time

Est. Pay: $40 / Hour

Job ID: 1040158

Posted Date: 10/28/2025

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Modality: Occupational Therapist / Certified OccupationalTherapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Local Assignment – School-Based (Float Position)
Grade Levels/Caseload: PreK–12+ (Details Pending)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (30-minute unpaid break)
Start Date: January 2026
End Date: End of School Year
Local Pay Rate: $60.00/hour

Position Overview:
We are seeking a flexible and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) or CertifiedOccupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our school-based team. Thisis a float position, requiring travel between multiple school sites toprovide therapy services to students across various grade levels.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver occupational therapy services in accordance with IEP goals and district guidelines
  • Collaborate with educators, families, and other professionals to support student development
  • Travel between assigned schools to provide consistent and high-quality care
  • Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports

Qualifications:

  • Valid OT or COTA license (as required by state regulations)
  • Experience in a school setting preferred
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between school sites
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
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.

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