Infants and Toddlers - Occupational Therapist NW - 12-month position

Job Title

Special Education Occupational Therapist

Job Description

To enable children birth to five and their families to actively participate in and benefit from early intervention services by providing appropriate therapy services. Perform all duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Examples of Duties:

Conducts both formal and informal assessments using tools for children from birth through age 4 for program eligibility, ongoing progress monitoring, and exit testing for transition at age and after age 3.

Plans and provides for appropriate occupational therapy intervention for children and families based on needs, concerns, and priorities identified on the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), including the need for appropriate adaptive and technology equipment.

Provides occupational therapy services, in collaboration with other IFSP team members, to children and families in a variety of natural environment settings including but not exclusive to homes and childcare settings.

Participates in the development of initial IFSPs and ongoing IFSP reviews by developing and monitoring functional IFSP outcomes for children and families in collaboration with families and the IFSP team.

Communicates and interacts with children, parents, staff, and community representatives. Collaborates with IFSP team members, childcare providers, and members from the school system and other public and private partners.

Serves as an ITP service coordinator conducting 6-month and annual reviews, helping the family access program resources and other community resources based on identified needs, and facilitating transition activities.

Complies with ITP requirements to document child and family progress and completes appropriate documentation for Medical Assistance billing for service coordination and service delivery using the statewide database.

Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices in compliance with COMAR, IDEA, and Baltimore County ITP policies and procedures as well as the requirements of the Board of Examiners for Occupational Therapy.

Instructs and supervises graduate therapy students to work with children and families in the natural environment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's or master's degree in occupational therapy.

Licenses and Certificates:

Licensure from the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of occupational therapy.

Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong human relations skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with administrators, students, families, co-workers, and community partners.

Ability to appropriately maintain confidential information.

Ability to use equipment and technology required for performance of job duties.

Ability to supervise students and manage behavior.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

The work of this class is generally performed in homes, community settings, and office environments. Work requires independent travel to community locations, schools, and offices throughout the county. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and physical activities.

Conditions of Employment:

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

Persons in this position classification will be required to apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number with the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through the Maryland Department of Health's Provider Revalidation and Enrollment Portal (ePREP).

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Grade: 12 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 12 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026

Salary: $76,309 - $143,653 (Valid Until 12/31/2025)

$77,907 - $143,653 (Effective 1/1/2026)

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools -

Other Compensation: Position may be eligible for extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Retirement: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Established/Revised: 12 /2010, 3/2017, 4/2019, 5/2024, 8/2024

Benefits: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at

Non-Discrimination Statement:

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 View phone number on click.appcast.io).

Application Instructions:

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency:

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript