Occupational Therapist

3 weeks ago


Pingree Grove, Illinois, United States Cambridge Lakes Charter School Full time
Position Type:
Student Support Services/LD/BD Resource

Date Posted:
11/8/2024

Location:
Cambridge Lakes
Job Title: Occupational Therapist

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Illinois state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Experience working with children, preferably in a school setting.
  • Knowledge of special education laws and best practices.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Certification in pediatric occupational therapy (e.g., NBCOT).
  • Experience with assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
  • Background in sensory integration therapy.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist will provide assessments, interventions, and educational strategies to help students develop the skills necessary for academic success and daily living.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify students' needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate therapeutic strategies into the classroom environment.
  • Provide direct therapy services to students, focusing on fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and activities of daily living.
  • Monitor and document student progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
  • Educate staff and parents on strategies to support student development and promote a sensory-friendly environment.
  • Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Participate in the MTSS process to provide appropriate Occupational Therapy intervention
  • Maintain accurate and timely records in compliance with school and state regulations.
  • Stay current with best practices in occupational therapy and special education through ongoing professional development.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
  • Classroom-based with regular interaction throughout the school.
  • Attendance at meetings and events outside regular school hours.
PHYSICAL CONTEXT OF THE JOB:
  • Regular travel within the school building and occasional off-site meetings.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • Full-time position.
  • Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and locally competitive.
DISCLAIMER:
  • This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.


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