Occupational Therapist

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Occupational Therapist

Date Posted:
6/13/2024

Location:
ESC of the Western Reserve

Date Available:
August 2024

District:
ESC of the Western Reserve Job Title: Occupational Therapist Reports To/Evaluated By: Program Supervisor

Part-Time - Full-Time

Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapist is responsible for implementing intervention and
therapy regarding students' fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor,
hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.).
Benefits offered: Choice of 3 Medical Mutual plan options; Dental and Vision; a free telehealth option; robust Wellbeing program; an Employee Assistance Program; board paid life insurance with optional buy-up for yourself and dependents and Accidental Death and Dismemberment options.
Voluntary plans available such as Cancer & Critical Illness coverage; Voluntary Accident coverage and Disability.
Membership in the State Employees or Teachers Retirement System of Ohio, as applicable.
Access to the following financial and tax deferment voluntary plans: Flexible Spending, Dependent care, American Fidelity 403b Contribution plan and Ohio Deferred Compensations 403b and 457 Contribution plans.
Paid sick and personal.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Adapts school and classroom environment, tools and materials for the purpose of improving student functioning and facilitating student access to curricular and instructional activities.

Supervise OT Assistants as needed.

Required to establish and maintain a Medicaid billing ID and submit claims on behalf of the District.

Maintains student confidentiality; cautions others regarding potential breaches.

Attends meetings and workshops (e.g. IEPs, training, team meetings, conferences, meetings with outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information, including best practices for
school OT delivery.

Consults with physical therapists, speech therapists, teachers, educational assistants, families, etc. for the purpose of providing requested information, reviewing/revising students' occupational therapy goals/objectives, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations to implement goals.
Implements therapeutic activities and instructs students, teachers, parents and other involved persons (e.g. positioning, adjusting special equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care to students and/or supporting the student's IEP plan for use in the classroom.

Maintains files and/or records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or ensuring an up-to-date trail for compliance with various state, federal, and administrative
regulations.

Maintains treatment equipment and supplies in clean and proper working condition for the purpose of implementing motor/therapy goals.

Prepares written materials (e.g. activity logs, progress notes, reports, memos, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

Presents information (e.g. student performance data, clinical feedback, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.

Provides direct occupational therapy services to students according to IEP goals for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established practices and procedures.

Troubleshoots problems with assistive devices (e.g. computer technology, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that equipment is in proper working order and/or providing alternative strategies.

Transports a variety of items (e.g. puzzles, games, assistive devices, assessment tools, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required for therapy sessions.

Education/Experience & Certification: Must hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy; Must obtain and maintain a valid License with the State of Ohio Department of Education.

Physical Demands: The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The employee is frequently able to perform holds up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Peripheral vision. While performing the duties of their job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit; bend; twist; and squat. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. After proper training, assist students with personal health needs and non-medical procedures; position and/or perform on-person or two-person lift of a child; and perform restraints on students when needed.

Criminal Records Check: Must comply with Ohio Revised Code 3319.39 - Criminal Records Check.

Drug Testing: Must pass a drug screen at time of hire and comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988.

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