Occupational Therapist

Job Title : Occupational Therapist Exemption Status : Exempt

Reports to : Director of Special Education

Dept. / School : Assigned Campus(es) Date Revised : 10 / 24 / 2016

Primary Purpose :

Plan and provide therapy to students with mental, physical, or emotional disabilities. Provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental functioning, increase independent functioning, and / or adjust to disabilities.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

Master's degree in occupational therapy or related program

Valid Texas license as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational therapy

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience :

Six months experience as an occupational therapist

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Therapy

• Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals contained in students' Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make recommendations regarding occupational therapy services.
• Design, construct, alter, and provide students with adaptive equipment and devices to promote maximum independence.
• Assess students with disabilities and determine eligibility for services.

Consultation

Student Management

Program Management

Administration

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Supervise the work of the occupational therapy assistant(s).

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture : Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion : Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extension

Lifting : Regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students

Environment : Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases ; may require districtwide travel

Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress