Therapist, Occupational

Our Human Resources Team at the Greenville County School District is dedicated to advancing student achievement by recruiting and employing the highest qualified staff for our schools and to serve those with whom we work.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Occupational Therapist

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited occupational therapy program

2. Valid South Carolina Occupational Therapy License

3. Minimum of three years experience in pediatric occupational therapy

4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To:

Lead Occupational Therapist

Supervises:

COTAs as applicable

Job Goal:

The person in this position evaluates students' needs, develops and implements therapy programs, provides consultative services to school personnel and families, and manages occupational therapy programs in accordance with the philosophy, laws, rules, and regulations of the district

Performance Responsibilities:

1.Provide direct occupational therapy to students across school locations

2.As part the student's IEP team: evaluate, plan, implement, and reevaluate an appropriate individualized education program for students requiring occupational therapy services

3.Instruct the student and/or teacher in the use of functional and adaptive equipment and devices

4.Demonstrate techniques and theories of school based occupational therapy practices

5.Maintain records of student progress

6.Maintain Medicaid records

7.Collaborate with school personnel regarding students' success in the school environment

8.Design and construct adaptive equipment and devices for the student and/or the classroom

9.Attend staff development and professional seminars and meetings to upgrade or maintain professional skills

10.Perform any other duties, as deemed necessary, by Lead Occupational Therapist

Terms of Employment:

9.5 month position

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board's Policy.


Greenville County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, disability, religion, or national origin in its dealings with employees, students, the general public, applicants for employment, educational programs, activities, or access to its facilities.