Occupational Therapist

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position:
The Occupational Therapist enables children to access their educational programs through identification and therapy when needed.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Provide initial evaluation and re-evaluation of children.
• Evaluate functional strengths and weaknesses through observation and administration of standardized and non-standardized procedures in:

      1.   Neuromuscular development.
      2.   Sensory-motor integration.
      3.   Fine motor skills.
      4.   Gross motor skills.
      5.   Proper positioning.
      6.   Visual motor skills.
      7.   Oral motor and feeding skills.
      8.   Pre-vocational skills.

• Provide appropriate staff with demonstration of Occupational Therapy programs and services.
• Work integratively within the classroom setting and with other team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• PA State Certification/License.
• Knowledge of and experience with neuro-developmental and sensory motor system.
• Experience working with students with various levels of disabilities in pre-school, school-age, and/or transition to adult life programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of special education.

Schedule:
Full-time, 10 months/year

Salary:

•             Bachelor = $49,919 to $78,690
• Bach+15 credits = $50,636 to $79,415
• Bach+24 credits = $51,427 to 80,215
•              Masters = $61,370 to 90,955
• Mast+15 credits = $62,063 to 91,655
• Mast+30 credits = $62,755 to 92,355
• Mast+45 credits = $64,141 to 93,755
• Mast+60 credits = $65,377 to 95,005

Benefits Included:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Long term disability
Life insurance
Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions