• Part-Time School-Based OT - $58/hr

    Amergis (Vernon Hills, IL)


    Salary: $1260 / Week

     

    Part-Time School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

     

    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

     
     

    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.