Occupational Therapist / Campus TBD (25-26)

Job Title : Occupational Therapist

Reports to : Director of Special Education

Dept. / School : Assigned Campus(es)

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 :

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

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

Application Process :

Internal Applicants : Send interest letter and resume to Karen Wright at kwright@aubreyisd.net.

External Applicants : Apply through Region 11.

Application Deadline : Resumes, a copy of credentials, and the application will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Aubrey Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability or any other legally protected status.