- Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals contained in students' Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of occupational therapy services.
- Design, construct, alter, and provide students with adaptive equipment and devices to promote maximum independence.
- Assess students with disabilities and determine eligibility for services.
- Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures.
- Consult with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy.
- Provide staff development training in assigned school to assist school personnel with selection and use of adaptive equipment and understanding of occupational therapy program.
- Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
- Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of the student.
- Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the occupational therapy program and implement changes based on the findings.
- Assist in the selection of equipment and adaptive material.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
- Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Occupational Therapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant - Gainesville, United States - Education Service Center Region 11 Consortium
Description
Administrative - Central Office - Special Education
Grades PK-12
Job Number
Start Date 07/23/2024
Open Date 05/02/2024
Closing Date
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Reports to: Director of Special Education
Dept./School: Special Education
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: AP 3
Duty Days: 10 month
Fund Source: 199/224
Date Revised: August 2013
Primary Purpose:
Plan and provide therapy to students with mental, physical, or emotional disabilities. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental functioning, increase independent functioning, and/or adjust to disabilities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy or related program
Valid Texas license as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational therapy
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
One year experience as an occupational therapist
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Therapy
None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: Regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Approved by Date
Reviewed by Date
Duty Days 202
Job Description View Attachment
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Salary Rate Range $56,198-$77,004