Quick Look
ARMStaffing is looking for an Occupational Therapist, Pediatric Therapy (Day Shift) in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.
Location
Bellefonte, PA
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, 36-40 hours per week.
Job Description
The Occupational Therapist will provide services to pediatric and adolescent patients within the Bellefonte Area School District. The position involves traveling to three different buildings within a 3-5 mile radius to cater to students from grades K-12. The therapist will engage with a daily census of approximately 45 students, focusing on interventions that include fine motor strengthening, mobility training, educational tool usage, visual motor skills enhancement, and social-emotional regulation skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy services to students based on their individual needs.
- Conduct evaluations and develop treatment plans.
- Implement strategies for improvement in fine motor skills, mobility, and self-care activities.
- Collaborate with two current OT professionals for mentorship and support.
- Document patient progress and treatment outcomes according to established protocols.
Required Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a pediatric or school setting preferred.
- Experience with patient populations such as those with learning disabilities, autism, and developmental delays is desirable.
Certifications/Licensure
- Current BLS certification.
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification required.
About ARMStaffing
Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.
As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.