Occupational Therapist

Requirements


Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities


SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet


changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job


include: adhering to safety practices and procedures; preparing and maintaining accurate records; assess student


needs and interpret assessments; work effectivley with teachers, students and teams; demonstrate effective therapy


techniques; evaluate and modify IEP goals; use technology to increase student achievement; advocate for students


with disabilities; provide effective therapy.


KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read


technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical


problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:


age appropriate activities/behaviors; assessment instruments and techniques; current and emerging technology;


health standards and hazards; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; treatment modalities; medicaid


funding.


ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data;


and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of


circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of


standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety


of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action


plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with


equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job


include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with persons of diverse backgrounds; meeting


deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; drive to various schools throughout the district; quickly establish


rapport with faculty, families and students; maintaining confidentiality.


Responsibility


Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading,


guiding, and/or coordinating others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is


often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.


Work Environment


The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:


occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling,


crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 55% sitting, 15% walking,


and 30% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience:


Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education:


Masters degree in job-related area.


Certificates and Licenses


Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability


Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances

Continuing Education Requirements


Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses


Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability


Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance


Description


Purpose Statement


The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose/s of providing Occupational Therapy (OT) and


mobility services to students that require specialized instruction to function in an educational environment,


and to ensure FAPE. These services include screening, identifying, assessing, direct OT and Motor


Services, equipment management and staff/parent training for students determined eligible for services.


This job reports to Assistant Director of Special Education


Essential Functions


Attends work regularly to fulfill duties specific to the assignment for the purpose of providing quality


educational experiences and continuity for assigned students, parents, and the overall school community.


Collaborates with special education teams for the purpose of conducting appropriate assessments,


reviewing data, obtaining parental consent, and informing parents of procedural safeguards for students


with disabilities.


Collects and maintains student performance data for the purpose of documenting student progress.


Completes reports for the purpose of compliance with state and federal Special Education and Medicaid


mandates.


Disseminates information (e.g. progress reports on IEP goals, etc.) for the purpose of informing parents


at least quarterly and as requested.


Documents services and contacts with student/parents for the purpose of maintaining compliant student


special education folders.


Identifies strengths/weaknesses and documents the students' present level of academic and functional


performance (PLAAFP) for the purpose of informing IEP goals that align with OT and motor services as


a related service.


Implements appropriate OT and motor services and trains other staff for the purpose of implementing


services listed on the student's IEP.


Meets with other teams for the purpose of supervising support personnel, instructional assistants,


university students, and others as assigned.


Monitors and complies with all legal requirements for the purpose of supporting all federal, state, and


PCSD policies and procedures.


Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring legally compliant, appropriate and


effective itinerant services to students with disabilities.


Provides training for the purpose of professional development of other educational staff, community and


family members.


Provides maintains, and delivers appropriate adaptive equipment for the purpose of supporting student


learning.


Troubleshoots problems for the purpose of identifying materials, access to curriculum, and alternative


strategies to support student learning.


Uses PCSD approved standardized assessments, and dynamic assessment in both formal and informal


procedures for the purpose of making decisions based on assessment.


Writes effectively for the purpose of creating compliant IEP's and other reports.


Application Procedure
FULL TIME CONTRACTED POSITION
PAY RANGE: STARTING AT $33,648 PER YEAR
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