Occupational Therapist

The job of Occupational Therapist was established for the purpose of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for assessing students' functional development level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility, program development, and student placement; and providing direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

This job reports to the Principal and/or Program Coordinator.

Essential Functions

• Adapts equipment (e.g. seating, tables, desk, etc.) for the purpose of providing optimal positioning and increase independence for special education students.
• Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities for the purpose of achieving program objectives.
• Assesses and evaluates student's fine and gross motor skills and functional abilitie...