Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - ONGOING RECRUITMENT

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Assist the Occupational Therapist in evaluation and treatment of children with physical disabilities. Assist children in achieving physical and functional independence so that they may access the educational system within limits imposed by their disability.

QUALIFICATIONS : Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required :

1. Must possess Oregon license as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).

2. Must have a valid drivers license and a vehicle for transportation.

3. Able to use power tools and equipment to construct adaptive equipment.

4. Must know how adaptive equipment is designed, fabricated, and used.

5. Able to drive a vehicle from site to site.

6. Able to use power tools and equipment, sewing machines, saws, drills, and other woodworking equipment.

7. Able to lift children with physical disabilities to and from wheelchairs and support children in occupational therapy activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

The position also performs a variety of light clerical tasks and operates equipment and power tools to fabricate adaptive equipment for children, , use sewing machine to construct prosthetic devises.

1. Implement intervention programs for children with physical disabilities, both individually and in small groups, as directed by the Occupational Therapist.

2. Observe and evaluate child motor performance. Report observations to supervisor and other team members as an aid in the total evaluation and intervention planning.

3. Maintain written records of frequency and duration of child activities and submit progress reports as directed by the supervising therapist.

4. Design and fabricate adaptive equipment such as switching devices, splints and feeding equipment. Maintain equipment, supplies, and records as specified by the supervising therapist.

5. Assist in the supervision of occupational therapy student teachers, volunteers, or peer tutors in the public school setting.

Other duties relating to the education and training of children with disabilities, as required.

6. Travel from school to school in Service Center to provide the services described above at various locations.

7. Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality

8. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels

9. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Note : The amount of time spent on the responsibilities described above vary with the individual assignments.

Note : The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department.

It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD’s goals.