Occupational Therapist (OT), School Based, 2 hours/wk Religious/Jewish Studies school, in person

Job Description RCM Healthcare is looking for a school based Occupational Therapist to help out 2 hours per week, seeing 2 small groups of students, for 30 minutes each plus indirect time (paid). Title Occupational Therapist Qualifications Must hold acceptable NJ certification as an Occupational Therapist. Must possess strong communication, managerial, and leadership skills. Demonstrated knowledge of laws and legal requirements surrounding the responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a diverse school community. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities. Ability to effectively help students develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Ability to work as part of a highly functioning administrative team. Required criminal background check and proof of US citizenship or legal alien status. Ability to work on site during the hours required. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Job Goal Teach students to receive and interpret information from each of the senses and then use that information in coordination with motor control to meet the demands of the environment. To support the district's instructional program by helping to ameliorate fine motor, coordinated gestures/movements for communication, attain the curriculum goals established by the Board of Education and within the resources provided by it. Performance Responsibilities Identification and Assessment Assess occupational capabilities of students referred by school personnel. Assess and diagnose suspected fine motor, attention learning readiness, social/emotion learning readiness, self-care skills, pre-reading/pre-writing readiness and spatial orientation relationships for math and handwriting readiness in referred students. Evaluate students referred to the Child Study Team when requested by the Director of Special Services and participate in the deliberations of the Child Study Team for any student who is eligible for classification as required by federal and state law. Classify students as “Eligible for Related Occupational Therapy” when appropriate, complying with the requirements of federal and state law. Collaborate with special services personnel, school personnel, parents and when appropriate the student, in the preparation of Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students who are classified. Assist in developing and implementing an IEP in conjunction with parents and teachers for pupils who are eligible for related services – occupational therapy. Instruction and Planning Plan, prepare and deliver treatment programs for students with occupational deficits. Maintain close liaison with Child Study Team in the implementation of intervention services. Provide individual and/or small group intervention sessions with students who have been classified and require occupational therapy as a related service. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media/technology, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided, the resources made available, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Assume primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies related to occupational therapy services. Assess on a regular basis the extent to which students achieve the objectives indicated in their IEPs. Establish and maintain an orderly and positive classroom environment. Maintain confidential records on all referred students and student/parent contacts in accordance with federal and state law, Board policy and the procedures of the Holmdel Township Department of Special Services. Provide thorough and timely reports, data, information, etc. as requested by the Director of Special Services and administration. Professional Development Keep self updated on identification, assessment, diagnostic techniques, therapeutic procedures, and statutory requirements of IDEA and N.J.A.C. 6:28. Maintain professional competence through readings, attendance at conferences, workshops, memberships in professional organizations and other relevant activities in accordance with district guidelines. Maintain proficiency in the use of English by communicating with reasonable clarity, conciseness, and precision in both speaking and writing. School/Community Relations Inform parents of their child's need for corrective occupational therapy services as required by federal and state statutes and provide advice to these parents when appropriate. Serve as a resource and/or consultant to school personnel on topics related to occupational performance. Collaborate with other special services personnel to provide a team approach to the identification, diagnosis and assessment of students with occupational deficits. Interpret the occupational correction services to school personnel, parents, and the community. Attend meetings of the Child Study Team, Pupil Assistance Committee and other groups as assigned by the Director of Special Services; assist in appropriate referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community. Participate in solving classroom and school problems and seek resolutions through appropriate channels. Establish and maintain relationships with local community groups and individuals to develop, foster and solicit understanding and support for overall school objectives and programs. Other Assigned Duties Other duties as assigned or required by the demands of the position. Responsible To Building Principal and Director of Pupil Services. Location Edison, NJ 08817 – Religious school. Schedule 2 hours per week – two sessions per week, 30 minutes each plus indirect time billable. Pay Up to $70/hour. W2 contract, based on experience. Must have NJDOE. Benefits Referral Bonus Program Weekly Direct Deposit Certification Requirements Must have active NJ Dept of Education certification as School Occupational Therapist AND NJ license as Occupational Therapist. Experience with individuals with special needs is helpful. #J-18808-Ljbffr Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.