Occupational Therapist

Summary

Evaluates, identifies, and provides services to students who meet eligibility requirements for occupational therapy; Works collaboratively and communicates with professionals and parents regarding integration of occupational therapy goals into classroom and home environment; Adheres to all federal, state, and local procedures

Essential Duties

• Maintains accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files reports promptly
• Demonstrates accurate and up-to-date knowledge of content Identifies students exhibiting fine motor or sensory processing disorders through evaluation and analyzing deficits in motor skills of students found in the identification process
• Participates in IEP meetings in order to relate pertinent data used in the determination of students’ needs
• Appropriately schedules students
• Provides consultative services to teachers, parents, administrators, and allied agencies in order to address fine motor goals into the classroom, other education programs, and the home environment
• Evaluates and reports student progress for continuation or termination of services
• Participates with school administration/coordinators for effective planning, coordination, and implementation of occupational therapy program into the total education system
• Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice
• Adheres to all District policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Certification/Licensure

Must hold current licensure in Occupational Therapy by the State of Georgia

Experience Qualifications

0-1 year of school system music therapy experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Competent in basic computer skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing

Working Conditions

• Classroom and community environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• May require stooping, crouching, kneeling and bending