Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapy

Provides Occupational Therapy (OT) assessment and intervention services to students in schools with disabilities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess students with a variety of physical and developmental problems to determine the need for services and to recommend strategies, adaptations and/or modifications that support the educational program or setting.
• Determine the need for and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment.
• Participate in the determination of technology related needs and the provision of related staff training.
• Participate in the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), and the Individualized Education Program (IEP), Service Plans, or a 504 Plan.
• Provide any recommended therapy service.
• Consult with school personnel, parents, and other service providers.
• Participate in the transition planning for the students who move between programs.
• Participate in the transition planning for high school students who will move from school to post-school activities including the world of work and/or other aspects of community life.
• Meet the documentation requirements of federal, state, and Baltimore County regulations, as well as the requirements of the Maryland Board of Examiners for Occupational Therapy.
• Supervise and train paraprofessionals as assigned.
• Provide in-service training to families, school staff, and others, as needed.
• Collaborate with Physical Facilities on modifications for accessibility.
• Consults with schools regarding emergency evacuation of students with disabilities.
• Instruct bus drivers and assistants to safely assist and transport students with physical disabilities.
• Instruct and supervise graduate or undergraduate therapy students to work with children in an educational setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Education, Training, and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required. Master's degree preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensure from the Maryland Board of Examiners for Occupational Therapy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of educational occupational therapy.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software.
• Maintains privacy and confidential information.
• Ability to use equipment and technology required for performance of job duties.
• Behavior management skills.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

• The work of this class is generally performed in school, community settings and office environments. Work requires the ability to move throughout schools and classrooms. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires travel to worksites throughout the county.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
• Persons in this position classification will be required to apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number with the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through the Maryland Department of Health's Provider Revalidation and Enrollment Portal (ePREP).
• Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required