Special Education-Occupational Therapist-Various Locations

Occupational Therapist

Purpose Statement

The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose/s of evaluating and treating students in order to help improve skills and better access education.

Essential Functions

         Provide therapy services, including evaluation and treatment, through direct, collaborative, and consultative sessions.

         Conduct both standardized and non-standardized OT evaluations.  Assess student skills and needs in OT related areas such as fine motor skills, visual motor skills, visual perception, sensory processing, self-care, etc. 

         Screen students to determine if they require a full evaluation.  Grade evaluations and analyze data.  Complete required reports.

         Develop treatment plans according to IEP goals in OT related areas, such as motor skills, visual motor skills, self-care skills, sensory processing, etc.

         Consult with staff and parents regarding OT treatment techniques and materials needed for IEP goal attainment.

         Assist teachers, parents, and other IEP team members to understand OT goals and how to implement skills and strategies in other relevant contexts.

         Analyze student progress and document outcomes on progress reports.

         Determine the need for adaptive equipment and order any necessary equipment.

         Participate in eligibility, IEP, and Review of Existing Information meetings.  Consult with IEP team members regarding topics such as draft IEPs, student strengths, current function, proposed goals, and treatment services changes.

         Collaborate with special education teachers regarding proposed changes to IEP goals/benchmarks.

         Provide professional courtesy services for students who do not require an IEP or 504 plan, but have deficits in OT related areas and would benefit from consultation, collaboration, and strategies. 

         Communicate with staff and parents through emails and calls so that all relevant parties remain apprised of treatment goals, meetings, and progress.

         Complete evaluations for eligibility and services for private schools.

Experience:     

Education:       Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy.

Equivalency:

Required Testing                                              Certificates and Licenses

                                                                        National Board of Occupational Therapy Certification

                                                                        Kansas Occupational Therapy License

Continuing Educ./ Training                               Clearances

                                                                        Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

                                                                        Kansas Certification of Health

FLSA Status                             Approval Date                                       Salary Grade

Exempt

Salary Information