Occupational Therapist (District Wide)

Position Type :

Student Support Services / Occupational Therapist

Date Posted : 4 / 23 / 2024

4 / 23 / 2024

Location : District Wide

District Wide

Date Available :

2024-2025 School Year

Closing Date :

05 / 03 / 2024 / Until Filled

EAST CENTRAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Announcement - April 23, 2024

Occupational Therapist

The position for an Occupational Therapist is available at the East Central ISD for the 2024-2025 school year. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website.

The deadline for submitting an application is 4 : 00 pm., May 03, 2024, or until the position is filled.

PRIMARY PURPOSE : Plan and provide therapy to students with mental, physical, or emotional disabilities. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental functioning, increase independent functioning, and / or adjust to disabilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals contained in students' Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of occupational therapy services.
• Design, construct, alter, and provide students with adaptive equipment and devices to promote maximum independence.
• Assess students with disabilities and determine eligibility for services.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures.
• Consult with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy.
• Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel with selection and use of adaptive equipment and understanding of occupational therapy programs.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of the student.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the occupational therapy program and implement changes based on the findings.
• Assist in the selection of equipment and adaptive material.
• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignments.
• Complete and maintain documentation for School Health and Related Services (SHARS) service provision consistent with federal, state and local regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note : Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant's resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process.

Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

Master's degree in occupational therapy or related program

Valid Texas license as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational therapy

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience :

Six months experience as an occupational therapist

• EQUIPMENT USED : Special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals WORKING CONDITIONS : Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors : Maintain emotional control under stress;
• work with frequent interruptions. Frequent walking, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extension. Regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of a student with physical disabilities;

controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students. Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned.

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : 2024-2025 School Year

SALARY : Based on Board approved Salary Scale for 2024-2025 school year plus Stipend and Signing Bonus (FIRST TWO YEARS ONLY)

Roland Toscano

Superintendent of Schools

• An Equal Opportunity Employer*
18 days ago