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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

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Pine Ridge, South Dakota 57770

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Independent Contractor

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Benefits:
  • Predictable school-year schedule
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
📢 NOW RECRUITING: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS (OT)

Onsite | School-Based | Federal Contract Opportunity
📍 Eagle Butte, South Dakota
(Candidates may reside in or near Pierre, Rapid City, Bismarck, Sioux Falls, Fargo, or be open to travel)

We are actively recruiting licensed and nationally certified Occupational Therapists in preparation for an anticipated federal contract award with the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) at the Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School.

👉 Positions will begin immediately upon contract award and completion of required clearances.
Qualified candidates selected during this recruitment phase will be offered placement contingent upon award.

🧠 Position Overview
  • Role: Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based
  • Location: Eagle Butte, SD (onsite)
  • Schedule:

    • 2–3 days per week

    • Up to 8 hours per day

    • Approximately 36 weeks per school year

  • Start Date: Upon contract award and clearance approval

  • Contract Type: Independent Contractor (1099) under a federal service contract

This opportunity may be well-suited for traveling or contract Occupational Therapists seeking a structured, school-year placement.

🎯 Core Responsibilities
  • Provide individual and group occupational therapy services aligned with student IEPs
  • Conduct OT evaluations using standardized and non-standardized tools
  • Complete evaluations and reports within federal and state timelines
  • Attend IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and collaborate with school teams
  • Maintain weekly progress reports and compliant documentation
  • Utilize evidence-based practices, including Zones of Regulation
  • Support students, teachers, and families through consultation and collaboration

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

Applicants must meet all requirements:
  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy (ACOTE-accredited)
  • Active, unrestricted OT license (any U.S. state)
  • Current NBCOT certification
  • Minimum 2 years of OT experience (school-based preferred)
  • U.S. citizenship (required for federal contract)
  • Ability to pass federal background checks, fingerprinting, and child safety clearance
  • Willingness and availability to work onsite in Eagle Butte, SD

Ideal Candidate

You may be a great fit if you:
  • Have experience in school or special education environments
  • Are confident managing IEP timelines and documentation
  • Are dependable, organized, and professional
  • Can commit to services once the contract is awarded
  • Are open to signing a Letter of Commitment contingent upon award

💼 Why Join Us

  • Federal contract-backed opportunity
  • Meaningful work supporting Native American students
  • Professional autonomy within a structured, compliant setting
  • Opportunity for ongoing or future federal placements

📄 Application Process

Candidates selected during this phase will be asked to:
  • Provide resume and credentials
  • Confirm availability
  • Sign a Letter of Commitment contingent upon contract award

📌 Work will begin once the contract is officially awarded and onboarding requirements are complete.
Compensación: $70.00 per hour

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