Occupational Therapist - LT

Occupational Therapist

BASIC FUNCTION To provide educationally related occupational therapy services to students with various disabilities, according to the students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Participates as a member of the IEP team, and performs assessment, recommendation, consultation, and direct services as a Designated Instructional Services provider throughout the district.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED OR RECEIVED: General direction is provided by the Director of Health and Safety. Position provides technical guidance to related paraprofessional staff.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

Licenses and Certifications: -Valid California license from the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. -Current CPR and First Aid certification through a course approved by the American Red Cross and/or American Heart Association. -Valid California driver's license and the ability to provide transportation between various school sites during the course of a work day.

Applicants must complete all required fields of the application and attach the following documents, preferably in.pdf format. Failure to do so may result in disqualification: -Valid California license from the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. -Valid California driver's license and proof of automobile insurance. -Current CPR and First Aid certification. -Copy of Official College Transcript showing evidence of occupational therapy coursework and degree awarded.

COMMENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION:

Minimum Qualifications: -Graduation from an Occupational Therapy program accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association. -Valid registration by the American Occupational Therapy Association certifying clinical competence as a Registered Occupational Therapist.