Occupational Therapist

Full Time School Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

The Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio is seeking interested and qualified candidates for a Full Time School Based Occupational Therapist (OT) for the 2024-2025 school year. The Full Time School Based Occupational Therapist assigned to Kirtland Local Schools, Lake County Ohio offers candidates a competitive salary, STRS matching contributions, and medical, dental vision, and life fringe benefits. August 2024 start date. Candidates must possess experience or able to demonstrate a vast knowledge and skill set to provide School Based Occupational therapy as a direct or related service for students with disabilities, ages preschool through high school. Evaluation/diagnostics will be conducted to determine eligibility and Individual Education Plans will be designed and written. Candidates must apply on line, possess an Occupational Therapist license, criminal background and can be available for work upon employment. Applications accepted to April 1, 2024. Essential Job Functions Conduct occupational therapy assessments for evaluations and develop occupational therapy goals/services for non-public students. Responds to requests for consultation on students or consults on specific program needs. Responds to evaluation referrals for students with suspected disabilities or re-evaluation of students with identified disabilities. Develop a present level of function and an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) with goals and objectives in conjunction with the IEP team. Implement service delivery to assigned students based on the goals, objectives, frequency/duration, and placement as determined by the IEP team. Exhibits knowledge of clinical theory and its application as it relates to the student's educational needs. Maintain oral and written communication with educational personnel, parents and PSI Therapy Services coordinator. Work cooperatively with educational staff to identify areas where support is needed, including adaptation strategies Minimum Qualifications Experience working with pre-school and school age students. Master's degree in Occupational Therapy Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Ohio Must be well-versed in applicable state and federal law Collaborative, constructive team building skills The Kirtland Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.