Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Special Education

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Term: 215 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45; Salary: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Upshur County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level

Evaluation: Performance in this position will be evaluated by Director of Special Education in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310, and UCBOE Policy 5010

Job Summary

Occupational therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living, learning, and working.

Performance Responsibilities

Adhere to professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice and to the established regulations and laws governing Exceptional Children Programs. Participate in activities that assist with professional development and use clinical research information to enhance occupational therapy services.

Assessment

Screen and evaluate students with physical and/or psychosocial disabilities in the use of gross and fine motor functions, independent living skills, and sensory and perceptual-motor skills.

Intervention/Service Delivery

Implement direct and indirect services based on interventions determined by evaluation results.

Consultation/Education

Provide information and consultation services to administrators, school personnel, parents, and community agencies to develop and maintain support of students with physical and/or psychosocial disabilities in the educational environment and the objective of the occupational therapy service.

Communication

Promote effective verbal and written communication with administrators, school personnel, parents, and community agencies.

Program Management

Establish the necessary schedules, procedures, resources, and records to manage the occupational therapy program and work cooperatively to accomplish the goals of Upshur County Schools. Follow all procedures related to Medicaid and maintain appropriate documentation. Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education or the Superintendent.

Qualifications

Valid certificate/licensing as an Occupational Therapist pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2; National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy; Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate; Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a; Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A) issued by the American Speech Language-Hearing Association.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.