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Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Schools

AHS StaffingShelbyville, KYPermanent
Agency
AHS Staffing
Location
Shelbyville, KY
Job type
Permanent
Profession
Occupational Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Aug 30, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$36.06
Weekly
$1,442
Yearly (full-time)
$75,000

This job pays about $36.06/hour — 23% below the median for Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky ($46.95/hour).

Estimated from the annual salary in the listing; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky right now

  • 4 open Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky from 3 agencies, 2 of them in Shelbyville.
  • Pay in these listings: $26.44 – $52.75/hour, median $42.91/hour.
  • Typical Occupational Therapist pay in Kentucky: $46.95/hour ($97,656/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($31.25/hour across 2 jobs).

All Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky →

Job description

Exciting Opportunity:  Direct hire School Based Occupational Therapist needed to service students near Scottsburg, IN!

PediaStaff is a trusted leader in pediatric therapy and educational staffing solutions, connecting passionate professionals with rewarding school-based and clinic opportunities since 2004. We're currently seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for this school. 

Why Join Us?   
 
At PediaStaff, we value our team members and provide exceptional support to help you succeed. You'll enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in young students' lives.  Our team-oriented approach ensures you have the resources and collaboration needed to thrive in your role. ?  
  
Job Details: 

  • Daily hours 6.75 hours/day - school hours 
  • August 3rd training and students start August 5th! 
  • K-12th 
  • You will work alongside a wonderful team of therapists 
Role Overview: 
  • Diverse Caseloads = Avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” approach
  • Family-First Mindset = We care for the whole child
  • Run by Clinicians = You’re never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do 
  • Highly collaborative team based environment

Qualifications:  

  •  Master’s degree in occupational therapy and hold an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).

Benefits: 

  • Mentorship: Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship
  • Flexible Schedules: Because life outside of work matters, too!
  • Bonuses + Growth Opportunities: Your work is valued, and your goals matter.
  • Amazing Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance – we’ve got you covered

Ready to Make a Difference 
If you're passionate about supporting young students and meet the qualifications, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to join our PediaStaff team in Lisle, IL and make a meaningful impact! 

Equal Opportunity Employer: 
PediaStaff provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PediaStaff complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company does business. 

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