Vernon Hills, Illinois
Category: Education
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 1009418
Work Setting: Schools
Contract Duration: 40 Weeks
Est. Pay: $60 / Hour
Posted Date: 9/3/2025
Vernon Hills, Illinois
Work Setting: Schools
Category: Education
Contract Duration: 40 Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: $60 / Hour
Job ID: 1009418
Posted Date: 9/3/2025
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School-Based Occupational Therapist (K–5)
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Duration: 40 Weeks
Schedule: 32 Hours/Week
Pay Rate: $60/hour
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) to support students in grades K–5 across two elementary school buildings. One site serves Kindergarten only, while the other serves grades 1–5. The buildings are within walking distance of each other, allowing for easy transitions between locations.
The OT will be responsible for conducting evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, delivering direct services, and maintaining documentation in accordance with each student’s plan of care.
Responsibilities Conduct student evaluations and assessments Develop and implement individualized therapy plans Provide direct occupational therapy services Collaborate with educators, families, and other service providers Maintain accurate and timely documentation Qualifications Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice One year of professional OT experience preferred CPR certification (if applicable) TB questionnaire, PPD 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 ageCliffton Meadows – Amergis National Recruitment Manager – 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. Apply Now Apply For This Job Via Stay Up To Date
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Vernon Hills, Illinois
Healthcare
Education
Contract - Full Time
$60 / Hour
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