The Baker Center for Children and Families
Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist
The Baker Center for Children and Families, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist Job Title:
Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist Location:
Boston, on-site Position Type:
Full-Time OR Part-Time, Temporary (September 2025 – March 2026)
Summary The Baker Center for Children and Families (also known as Judge Baker Children's Center) promotes the best possible mental health of children and families through the integration of research, intervention, training, and policy.
The Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist provides individualized treatment, leads classroom-based groups, and conducts pre-vocational life skills activities for students with complex learning, social-emotional, and behavioral challenges. The OT delivers trauma-informed care through direct interventions in self-regulation, sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills, executive functioning, and self-care to maximize student participation in academic and daily activities.
The Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist provides coverage when the assigned Occupational Therapist is absent for one or more days, including long-term coverage periods.
Why this role
Make an impact on children\'s welfare utilizing skills in a highly supportive work environment.
Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with other passionate professionals.
Gain experience in a reputable educational/mental health organization with mentoring and training.
Participate in professional development opportunities and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Summer option: enjoy summers off or earn an additional 10% of salary by working in a 4-week, 20-day Summer Program.
Essential duties
Provide occupational therapy interventions in 1:1 sessions in the OT gym or classroom, and lead classroom-based groups.
Consult with staff across disciplines on how underlying skills affect academics, social and behavioral functioning; advise on accommodations and modifications to support learning and participation.
Provide informal assessment and diagnostic evaluations for 3-year re-evaluations.
Write IEP goals and objectives based on evaluations and treatment data in coordination with teaching teams.
Write quarterly Progress Reports based on observational and treatment data.
Consult with parents directly and/or through case managers on OT needs.
Support the school\'s integrated team model through professional communication and collaboration.
Qualifications Education:
Master\'s Degree (MS) or Doctorate (OTD) in Occupational Therapy is required.
MA Licensure, Board Certified through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is required.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a school or pediatric setting with a similar student population is required.
Experience working with students with social-emotional and behavioral challenges preferred.
Training:
First Aid/CPR and Physical Restraint trainings are required or ability to participate in annual trainings at the start of employment and annually thereafter, or as needed.
Cover letter and a recent resume required for consideration.
Logistics License/Certification:
MA Licensure in good standing; Board Certified through the NBCOT
Position Type:
Full-Time OR Part-Time, Temporary (September 2025 – March 2026)
Salary:
$70,000 - $90,000; salary range pro-rated based on hours per week
Open Date:
Open Until Filled
Benefits We offer 50% discount on monthly MBTA passes. We offer opportunities to get involved in various department/organization improvement committees and activities. For a full list of benefits please visit our website at bakercenter.org/benefits
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist Job Title:
Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist Location:
Boston, on-site Position Type:
Full-Time OR Part-Time, Temporary (September 2025 – March 2026)
Summary The Baker Center for Children and Families (also known as Judge Baker Children's Center) promotes the best possible mental health of children and families through the integration of research, intervention, training, and policy.
The Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist provides individualized treatment, leads classroom-based groups, and conducts pre-vocational life skills activities for students with complex learning, social-emotional, and behavioral challenges. The OT delivers trauma-informed care through direct interventions in self-regulation, sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills, executive functioning, and self-care to maximize student participation in academic and daily activities.
The Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist provides coverage when the assigned Occupational Therapist is absent for one or more days, including long-term coverage periods.
Why this role
Make an impact on children\'s welfare utilizing skills in a highly supportive work environment.
Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with other passionate professionals.
Gain experience in a reputable educational/mental health organization with mentoring and training.
Participate in professional development opportunities and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Summer option: enjoy summers off or earn an additional 10% of salary by working in a 4-week, 20-day Summer Program.
Essential duties
Provide occupational therapy interventions in 1:1 sessions in the OT gym or classroom, and lead classroom-based groups.
Consult with staff across disciplines on how underlying skills affect academics, social and behavioral functioning; advise on accommodations and modifications to support learning and participation.
Provide informal assessment and diagnostic evaluations for 3-year re-evaluations.
Write IEP goals and objectives based on evaluations and treatment data in coordination with teaching teams.
Write quarterly Progress Reports based on observational and treatment data.
Consult with parents directly and/or through case managers on OT needs.
Support the school\'s integrated team model through professional communication and collaboration.
Qualifications Education:
Master\'s Degree (MS) or Doctorate (OTD) in Occupational Therapy is required.
MA Licensure, Board Certified through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is required.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a school or pediatric setting with a similar student population is required.
Experience working with students with social-emotional and behavioral challenges preferred.
Training:
First Aid/CPR and Physical Restraint trainings are required or ability to participate in annual trainings at the start of employment and annually thereafter, or as needed.
Cover letter and a recent resume required for consideration.
Logistics License/Certification:
MA Licensure in good standing; Board Certified through the NBCOT
Position Type:
Full-Time OR Part-Time, Temporary (September 2025 – March 2026)
Salary:
$70,000 - $90,000; salary range pro-rated based on hours per week
Open Date:
Open Until Filled
Benefits We offer 50% discount on monthly MBTA passes. We offer opportunities to get involved in various department/organization improvement committees and activities. For a full list of benefits please visit our website at bakercenter.org/benefits
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
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