Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Humble, TX

Ardor Health Solutions · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist Location: Humble, TX Agency: Ardor Health Solutions Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours Start Date: 6/29/2026 About the Position Location: Humble, TX Setting: PEDS Employment Type: Perm Pediatric Outpatient Occupational Therapist opening in Humble, TX, a bedroom community to the north of Houston, TX. Full time, pay range based on experience $70,000-$85,000 annually. If you are in the market for stability, consistency, a family environment, and a collaborative culture, stop scrolling! We're seeking growth-minded candidate who is adaptable and eager to innovate in healthcare. *You can create a schedule that works for you: traditional five-day/8-hour week, four 10-hour days, or a schedule that meets your and your patients' needs Pay and Benefits: *Sign on or relocation bonus offered and/or tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 *Full medical, dental and vision benefits (with paid premiums!) *401k with 3% match *Performance based bonuses *Continuing ed allowance *Attractive amount of paid time off *Employee assistance and mental health support *Reasonable caseload with blocks for paperwork completion *Add'l perks and benefits to be discussed during phone screen Key Details: *Seeking an OT with some experience in pediatrics, fieldwork counts with priorities that include quality and patient care *You'll need a TX state license or eligibility *Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (or accredited bachelor's degree) A.S.K. (Allied Support for Kids) is a full service pediatric and school-based placement firm focused on your career goals. Whether it's the excitement of a travel assignment or the stability of long term employment you're looking for, we're here to meet your needs. Looking for the next great step in your practice as a pediatric clinician? Just A.S.K.! Our Awesome Benefits include: Weekly pay — every Friday! Major medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance starting Day 1 for you and your family Family planning benefits, including IVF coverage Life insurance with extensive family health options Travel Farther Together Referral Program — earn up to $1,200 per clinician you refer! 24/7 access to dedicated recruiting & clinical support (you’re never alone on assignment!) White-glove resume & onboarding assistance License reimbursements & CE assistance² 24/7 Emergency Hotline — connect directly to our team whenever you need us Meet Ardor Health Solutions Ar·dor /'ärd?r/ — noun: enthusiasm or passion Founded in 2001, Ardor Health is a Women & Family owned and operated Nursing, Allied, and Therapy staffing agency based in Tampa, FL. For nearly 25 years, our mission and vision have remained simple: passion and empowerment. We deliver quality care when and where it’s needed most. Our commitment to impact beyond the contract empowers healthcare professionals to discover purpose and flexibility in their journey. At Ardor, we don’t just recruit — we build community. We value transparency in pay (no bait & switch) and communication (no ghosting or ambiguity). You choose your assignment, and we’re right there with you, su

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.