Position Type:
General Special Education/Occupational Therapist
Date Posted:
9/29/2025
Location:
BCIU Administration Main Office
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):
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Provide initial evaluation and re-evaluation of children.
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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.
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Provide appropriate staff with demonstration of Occupational Therapy programs and services.
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Work integratively within the classroom setting and with other team members.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
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PA State Certification/License.
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Knowledge of and experience with neuro-developmental and sensory motor system.
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Experience working with students with various levels of disabilities in pre-school, school-age, and/or transition to adult life programs.
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Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of special education.
Schedule:
Part-Time, 10 months/year
Salary:
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Bachelor = $52,919 to $81,690
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Bach+15 credits = $53,636 to $82,415
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Bach+24 credits = $54,427 to $83,215
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Masters = $64,370 to $93,955
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Mast+15 credits = $65,063 to $94,655
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Mast+30 credits = $65,755 to $95,355
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Mast+45 credits = $67,141 to $96,755
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Mast+60 credits = $68,377 to $98,005
