Occupational Therapist (2026-2027)

Occupational Therapist

The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose of assessing fine motor/sensory motor/functional skills; to identify educationally-relevant accommodations/adaptations; to develop and implement instructional or therapeutic interventions as indicated; to maximize students' functional level to provide information for program design and student placement; to improve students' performance; to provide information on child development and/or issues on specific students to instructional personnel.

This position is subject to Board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable State and Federal statutes.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assess students' fine motor skills and development for the purpose of determining their deficits and developing recommendations.
• Consult with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
• Participate in meetings for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' functional goals.
• Implement therapy programs for remediation of functional limitations.
• Prepare documentation for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information.
• Present information on various topics related to professional expertise in occupational therapy for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment issues.
• Research resources and methods for the purpose of determining appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
• Screen students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
• Obtain needed equipment, modify/make equipment as needed to improve student performance.
• Schedule occupational therapy services and consultation and track service time provided to students.
• Direct Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants with regard to service provision and schedule of work.

Other Job Functions:

• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Document student progress and report such to instructional staff and parents.
• Maintain and submit reports to supervisor related to occupational therapy.
• Attend workshops, staff development classes and meetings, seminars and other meetings for continued professional growth as requested or approved by the Director.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills to apply assessment techniques and treatment modalities, communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of assessment techniques and treatment modalities, relevant education codes, state and district policies, child development patterns.
• Ability to lift students according to acceptable risk factor guidelines.
• Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, complete a case study and develop an individual education plan; work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, and work effectively with staff, parents, students and community.
• Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, reaching/handling/keyboarding, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation.

Licenses, Bonding and/or Testing Required:

• Licensure for Occupational Therapy, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, valid driver's license and evidence of insurability.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle available; First aid card.

Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities. Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER