Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

District 97 seeks a dedicated and dynamic full-time Occupational Therapist to join our team. The job of the Occupational Therapist was established for the purpose(s) of assessing students' functional physical development level, planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives, identifying architectural barriers, and providing recommendations for accessibility, program development, and student placement in various school locations as needed.

Essential Role Responsibilities:

• Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities to achieve IEP/504 plan objectives.
• Collaborates with school personnel to problem-solve barriers/challenges to the student accessing the educational environment.
• Provides instruction to staff in the use and care of the equipment.
• Works with the educational team to develop and implement data collection tools to monitor progress toward IEP goals.

Content Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Applying assessment instruments
• Operating equipment used in occupational therapy strategies
• Operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records

Performance Responsibilities:

• Serve as a member of an IEP team to screen, diagnose, and determine eligibility for occupational therapy services for the child.
• Complete all required components of the occupational therapy case study evaluation.
• Enhance student mobility and participation in educational activities by increasing strength, accuracy, and speed.
• Perform consultative and/or resource services to parents, classroom teachers, and other professional personnel.

Education, Credentials and/or Experience:

• Master's Degree or Higher
• Illinois State Licensure: OTR/L

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the performance of light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere. The position may require indoor and outdoor supervision during varying temperatures and climatic conditions.

Apply through Frontline: Applications are currently being accepted for this position via our district website. Please reach out to our human resources department at View email address on click.appcast.io, if you have questions about the application process.

Oak Park Elementary School District 97