Occupational Therapist

2 weeks ago

Yuma, Arizona, United States Yuma Elementary School District ONE Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team at Yuma Elementary School District ONE. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing students' functional physical development level, planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives, and providing recommendations for accessibility, program development, and student placement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer occupational therapy procedures and modalities for the purpose of achieving program objectives.
  • Assess students' fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment, appropriate assistive devices, and/or school placement.
  • Collaborate with a variety of groups and/or individuals for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
  • Develop treatment plans, interventions, and/or educational materials for the purpose of remediating students' motor skill deficits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Direct the work of assigned COTAs for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.
  • Identify structural issues for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations and/or identifying appropriate assistive technology.
  • Instruct students and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices, and/or implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
  • Interpret medical reports for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
  • Maintain files and/or records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
  • Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
  • Perform site visits at multiple work sites including home visits for the purpose of providing direct therapy interventions and assistance as required.
  • Prepare a wide variety of written materials for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
  • Provide direct occupational therapy service for the purpose of developing students' daily living skills in compliance with established goals and objectives.
  • Research resources and methods for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
  • Respond to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or referral as appropriate.
Requirements
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment.
  • Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods.
  • Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
  • Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is significant.
  • Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data; maintaining effective working relationships; translating therapy data into meaningful educational activities; and dealing with frequent interruptions.
Knowledge and Skills
  • KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
  • Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; abnormal development and medical diagnoses related to special Education funding categories; current OT treatment interventions; pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws; knowledge of community resources; and recordkeeping and record retention practices.
  • SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
  • Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating equipment used in occupational therapy strategies; operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Responsibilities
  • Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; operating within a defined budget.
  • Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.
Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity.

Generally the job requires 34% sitting, 33% walking, and 33% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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