POSITION TITLE:  Occupational Therapist

QUALIFICATIONS:       

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current occupational therapy licensure by the Arkansas State Medical Board is required.
• Clinical summary signed by a program director of an accredited program verifying completion of clinical practicum requirements
• Thirty-six weeks of supervised full-time (or equivalent part-time) paid professional experience
• Passage of a national exam (Praxis)
• Experience working for a school system or comparable setting working with children or youth is desirable.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills in dealing with students, staff, administrators and parents is necessary.
• The therapist will be responsible for securing necessary continuing education to maintain licensure annually.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  190 days per the Teacher's Work Calendar.  Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board of Education. Benefits according to the Teacher's Agreement.

REPORTS TO:  Director of Special Education (LEA) / Assistant Director of Special Education

POSITION OVERVIEW:         

Occupational Therapist to work with students grades K-12 identified with disabilities. The OT will evaluate and work with students to help them meet goals to develop, improve, and maintain skills needed for daily living and working.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine students’ needs and develop individualized education plans (IEP)
2. Provide occupational therapy interventions to improve students’ functional abilities and independence
3. Collaborate with other professionals, such as speech therapists and case managers, to coordinate student programming needs
4. Monitor and document students’ progress and amend IEPs as necessary
5. Educate students and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies for maximizing independence
6. Participate in in-service and teacher training provided by the district.
7. Assisting with transition planning for students in high school who need a plan to transition to life after high school.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.