Occupational Therapist-Special Education

Primary Purpose :

Plan and provide therapy to students with mental physical or emotional disabilities. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental functioning increase independent functioning and / or adjust to disabilities. Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation and planning team who determines eligibility for special education services. Act as a resource to ensure the district complies with all legal and compliance issues associated with local state and federal level.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

Bachelors 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 :

Working knowledge of federal laws and state guidelines.

Working knowledge of rehabilitation procedures activities and equipment used in occupational therapy.

Ability to instruct students and manage behavior.

Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience :

One year experience as an occupational therapist.

Experience working in an educational setting is preferred.

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 assigned Occupational Therapist Assistant(s)- (COTA) as needed

Working Conditions :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture : Prolonged sitting; occasional bending / stooping pushing / pulling and twisting

Motion : Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting : Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Moderate lifting. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchairs or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities. Transferring of equipment to various campuses.

Environment : May work prolonged or irregular hours ; occasional districtwide travel

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

Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned. frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1