OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
3 weeks ago
POSITION SUMMARY:
The occupational therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The occupational therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the district; providing screening, evaluation and intervention services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Ensures safety of students
* Maintain student service, administrative and other departmental records in accordance with the district, state and federal policies
* Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice
* Implement and coordinate the occupational therapy program within the district
* Evaluate students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies and records
* Interpret assessment findings and appropriately convey information to parents and school teams
* Participate with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans
* Develop and implement intervention strategies
* Develop occupational therapy management plan for daily classroom routines and train staff in its safe implementation
* Plan for transition from school to community, preparing student to function independent from occupational service when targeted outcomes are achieved
* Evaluate and report on student progress
* Communicate, collaborate, and consult with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionals
* Serve as a resource to parent, school team, staff and administration on disabling conditions and their effects on education
* Collaborate with community-based therapists and other healthcare providers for effective coordination of service
* Provide consultation regarding emergency evaluation of students with disability
* Participate with improving school accessibility and planning environmental modification
* Procure, maintain and inventory equipment, materials and supplies
* Seek regular opportunities for professional growth
* Provide clinical educational opportunities for students of occupational therapy
* Provide guidance to students to promote their educational development
* Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing students with disabilities
* Observe ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
* Maintain respect for confidential information, e.g. student educational/medical records and assessments including psychological evaluations
* Attend meetings and in-services as required by the Building Principal or Director of Pupil Services
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
* Ability to communicate in a positive way with the public
* Demonstrates regular attendance and positive work ethic
* Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or his/her designee
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
* Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and efficiently, both orally and in writing
* Effective, active listening skills
* Ability to work effectively with others
* Organizational and problem solving skills
* Excellent public relations skills • Skills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom management
* Knowledge of state and local rules governing special educationPOSITION SUMMARY:
The occupational therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The occupational therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the district; providing screening, evaluation and intervention services.
Qualified Candidates must have a valid, appropriate CT Certification. To be considered for this position, candidates must complete an application and upload the following documents :
* resume
* cover letter
* copy of your CT Teaching certificate (if applicable)
* undergraduate and graduate transcripts (Teachers, SLP)
* at least two recent signed letters of reference
Brookfield Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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