Therapist - Occupational

Job Title: Occupational Therapist Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Occupational Therapist, Assistant

Occupational Therapist, Lead Pay Grade: AP 4 & IS 6
Reports to: Exec. Dir., Special Education Length of Contract: 10.5 &

11 mos.

Dept./School: Assigned Campus(es) Revised: 2/5/19

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.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor'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:

One year experience as an occupational therapist

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Therapy

• 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.

Assessment

• 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.

Consultation

• Consult with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy.
• Provide staff development training in assigned school to assist school personnel with selection and use of adaptive equipment and understanding of occupational therapy program.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.

Student Management

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of the student.
• Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Program Management

• 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.

Administration

• 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 assignment.

General Employee Requirements:

• Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the district.
• Follow and support board policies in areas of related responsibility.
• Ensure district resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning.
• Share in the development and implementation of district success plans.
• Actively participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and district contribution.
• Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for LISD students.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise occupational therapy assistant(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting up to 10 lbs. or more. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchairs or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities.