Occupational Therapist (OT) - School Based

About This Role

Implement and develop occupational therapy programs for pediatric populations in educational settings (ages 3-21) to improve their safety and independence.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and programs with focus on functional and measurable outcomes
• Initiate new program development focusing on needed functional outcomes
• Deliver specialized individual and group occupational therapy instruction as mandated in students’ IEPs
• Collect data and complete reports regarding student goals and progress
• Consult with other professionals on student treatment teams to ensure cohesive therapy
• Assess and document each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and measurements
• Write and prepare annual review reports and goals for each student in accordance with their IEP dates and state guidelines
• Provide occupational therapy expertise when developing FBAs/BIPs
• Provide parent and caregiver support and education on student progress and support strategies
• Attend all school related meetings as scheduled, including Triennials, Annual Reviews, Domain, Referrals, IEP, and pre-IEP meetings
• Perform screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled occupational therapy intervention relative to the client’s level of function

Requirements

• Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise to serve 3-21 year old population
• Appropriate State License
• NYSED Certification Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) OR Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)

Nice to Have

• Willingness to work with medically fragile for some preschool referrals

Benefits

Certifications