Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

The Lompoc Unified School District (CA) is seeking an Occupational Therapist. This position is open for continuous recruitment with promotional consideration given to those who meet the criteria first.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or a designated administrator, provides educationally related occupational therapy services to eligible students. The Occupational Therapist serves as an integral member of the educational team, conducting assessments and preparing comprehensive written reports; delivering direct and consultative services based on identified student needs; and developing goals and objectives for consideration and implementation during IEP meetings.

The established eligibility list will remain in effect for one year. The District has the right to limit the number of eligible candidates which can be reasonably used during the existence of the eligibility list. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Employment standards: Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the required qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Required Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college and school based occupational therapy experience.

Licenses and other Requirements:

• Possession of a valid license to operate as a Certified Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT).
• First aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency within six months of employment.
• Recommended - Possession of Board Certification from the National Board of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Examples of Duties:

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to determine students' functional abilities in areas such as fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, self-regulation, activities of daily living, motor planning, postural stability, feeding, and the need for environmental adaptations or assistive devices; prepare comprehensive written reports and document progress toward goals.
• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services to students based on assessment results and identified needs; deliver services individually or in groups in accordance with district procedures and established processes.
• Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans and IEP goals, and provide services consistent with each student's IEP and/or treatment plan; participate in IEP team meetings to present assessment results, recommend goals, and support educational planning.
• Plan, organize, and prepare therapy sessions, including maintaining and setting up equipment, developing materials, and ensuring safe and appropriate learning environments; maintain accurate records of services, progress notes, and data to monitor student outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, service providers, and other team members to coordinate scheduling, support instructional planning, and assist in determining appropriate student assignments and supports.
• Provide training, education, and support to families and staff, including recommendations for adaptive strategies; identify, design, recommend, and demonstrate the use of adaptive or assistive equipment to support student access and participation.
• Maintain program compliance by implementing services in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and district policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other duties:

• Attend department and/or in-service meetings, training programs, and parent conferences as assigned.
• Performs administrative tasks and activities related to the MAA claiming process and service documentation.

Knowledge of:

• Child development and developmental disabilities, diagnosis, syndromes, and applicable treatment techniques, including motor and reflex development.
• Principles, methods, and techniques of occupational therapy, including current best practices for children and adolescents.
• Proper documentation and recordkeeping for compliance with IEP and therapy reporting requirements.
• Medical, educational, and other community resources and agencies.
• Appropriate instructional materials for students.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Safe and appropriate use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Analytical, organization, and human relation skills.
• Oral and written communication skills, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Ability to:

• Observe and assess fine and gross motor development, perceptual development, self-help, oral motor development, and sensory processing.
• Develop and conduct sensory-motor focused intervention.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing regarding technical implementation.
• Develop and conduct parent/guardian interviews.
• Assist students with meeting IEP goals and objectives.
• Work with diverse racial, ethnic, religious, familial, and socio-economic groups.
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward special education students.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Travel to various sites in order to support students.
• Understand and work within scope of authority.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Plan and organize work.

Typical Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college and school based occupational therapy experience.

Licenses and other Requirements:

• Possession of a valid license to operate as a Certified Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT).
• First aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency within six months of employment.
• Recommended - Possession of Board Certification from the National Board of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Working Conditions:

Work Environment: Indoor work environment. Traveling to various sites.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supplemental Information:

1. All sections of the application must be completed.
2. Incomplete applications will be screened out.
3. The section titled "Your Record of Experience" must demonstrate the type and years of experience required for this position.
4. A resume will NOT be accepted in-lieu of a completed application.
5. All correspondence will be done by email only. Please add Governmentjobs.com to your safe sender list as some emails go to junk and/or spam folders.

Application and Selection Process:

• All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process for the position.

• The examination process may include one or more of the following: written, oral, and performance examination.

• Candidates must pass all parts of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list. The final score will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list.

• A candidate in the top three ranks (including tie scores) on the eligibility list may be considered for hire; when there are multiple vacancies in the same job classification, additional ranks will be considered.

• Open and Promotional examinations are open to applicants inside and outside the Lompoc Unified School District. To qualify for the promotional examination, employees must have permanent status in the Lompoc Unified School District as a classified employee.

• Promotional Only examinations are open to current Lompoc Unified School District classified employees only. For employees to qualify for the promotional examination, they must have permanent status in the District as a classified employee.

• Dual Certification examinations are open to all applicants, including current Lompoc Unified School District employees and those from the general public. Dual Certification results are integrated into one eligibility list based on rank.

• Eligibility lists are generally valid for up to one (1) year. Lists may be exhausted prior to the original expiration date, or they may be extended with the approval of the Personnel Commission.

• If you require disability accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify the Classified Human Resources office in writing by the final date of this recruitment (or as soon as possible for an open continuous recruitment).

• The Lompoc Unified School District reserves the right to limit the applicants in the second examination, the Qualifications Appraisal Interview,