OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

4 weeks ago

Hartford CT USA, United States Connecticut REAP Full time
Job Description:

Position Title: Occupational Therapist - Temporary (Per Diem)

Position Description:

The Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) is responsible for evaluation, planning, and collaboration on IEP goal development for students at assigned sites. As a related service provider, the OTR provides appropriate intervention services designed to enhance the student's participation and learning potential in a variety of educational environments. Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to collaborate with educators, parents, school support staff, and other professionals as appropriate. Organizational skills and the ability to work independently are necessities.

Position Type:

* Per Diem

Essential Function

* Complete screenings, conduct evaluations, develop measurable goals, plan and implement therapeutic interventions, and collect data that are educationally relevant
* Communicate results of evaluations and reports to educational staff, parents, students, and other professionals or agencies as appropriate
* Document all therapy services including daily contact notes, progress summaries, evaluations, student Individualized Education Programs (IEP), trainings, and Medicaid billing when required
* Maintain and submit time records for billing purposes on such activities as travel, direct/indirect services, and prior approved projects
* Collaborate, consult, teach, and monitor professionals and paraprofessionals involved with the implementation of occupational therapy interventions or strategies
* Provide consultation to schools and districts regarding student, staff, and system needs
* Attend meetings as appropriate including school team, IEP meetings, and OT-PT staff meetings and in-services
* Participate in and facilitate in-service education, training, and professional development for related service staff and school personnel as needed
* Maintain routine inspection of therapy equipment, order supplies, and maintain inventory. If products damaged, discontinue use and seek repair or replacement.

Additional Duties

* As needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Have successfully completed and graduated from an accredited occupational therapy professional program recognized by NBCOT and have completed all fieldwork requirements. Two years of experience as an occupational therapist, preferably in school system or other pediatric practice setting. Requires current professional registration with NBCOT and State of Connecticut License by the Department of Public Health. Must maintain knowledge of school system practice including influences of disabilities on learning and participation, laws and regulations, evaluations, interventions, and service delivery models.

Qualifications

* Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program recognized by NBCOT
* 2+ years of experience as an Occupational Therapist
* Holds appropriate State License

Equipment

* Use of standard office equipment such as personal computers, copy machines, fax machines, and telephones

Travel Requirements

* As needed

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Physical demands may include moving therapy equipment and helping lift or move students on and off equipment. May include driving to and between assigned sites.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed rather than give an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

To access the job description and salary range please click https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php.

No benefits associated with this position.

Job ID: 11479 @ CREC: External Job Opportunities (Careers)

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