26-27 Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

This position provides specialized expertise in neurodevelopment, sensory processing, and functional movement to maximize student access, participation, and success across the educational environment. The role includes remediation as well as intervention and environmental design to systematically remove barriers to learning as defined by the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Section 504 plans.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide a continuum of service and support to students and personnel under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973\.
• Evaluate services to assist the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team with identifying the presence of performance deficits resulting from a disability and determine if there is an educational need for occupational therapy services.
• Contribute in an early intervening, multi-tiered approach (i.e., Response to Intervention) within general education.
• Assist with periodic screenings/probes (including both data collection and analysis), provide teacher training, model activities to whole classrooms or small groups, and assist with team problem solving.
• Design, implement and monitor outcome-driving intervention directly to the child, or on behalf of the child.
• Adapt the environment, modify curriculum, provide supporting accommodations, ensure access and participation in school activities and educational programs, and assist in preparation for transition post-graduation for students.
• Services are designed to ensure students have equal access to all aspects of the school day and support student participation and success in general education.
• Provide training and resources for school personnel and families.
• Participate on collaborative teams, in staff meetings, and professional development activities.
• Assist students in achieving their academic and behavioral goals.
• Assist students in preparing for future employment and life skills needed for community integration.
• Maintains communication to discuss progress on goals and provide activities for home to reinforce skills.
• Maintain accurate required documentation including evaluations, progress notes, IEPs, service logs, and quarterly progress reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and orderly monthly therapy plans and schedule of therapeutic services assuring confidentiality as required by state and federal law, in order to support monthly School-Based ACCESS/Medicaid Medical Billing for students.
• Performs other related work as required.

Qualifications

• PA Occupational Therapy Licensure (preferred)
• Completion of a Master's Degree or Professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (required)
• PA Driver's License (required)
• Other education/experience as accepted by the school board and administration