Occupational Therapist

POSITION: Occupational Therapist
DEPARTMENT:  Comprehensive Programs
POSTING #:  22-040
TWC JOB ORDER #: 15213480
MONTHLY SALARY:  Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience
SHIFT:  Monday-Friday, 7:45am-3:45pm
OPENING DATE:  4/5/2022
CLOSING DATE:  Until Filled
CLASSIFICATION / GROUP #:  T021 / n/a

Ways to Apply

Essential Job Functions

• Complies with all applicable safety rules, standards, and regulations.
• Evaluates current and prospective students, analyzes evaluation data, and writes reports including recommendations for treatment.
• Provides direct and/or indirect therapy as needed (sensory integration techniques, activities of daily living, rehabilitation therapy, etc.).
• Consults with teachers and child care staff in the development and implementation of treatment plans.
• Participates in evaluation staffings, team meetings, and Admission-Review-Dismissal meetings.
• Prepares periodic reports noting students’ progress in therapy, treatment plans, IEP’s, discharge summaries, attendance forms and billing forms.
• Conducts training for other staff on topics related to motor development, living skills, adaptation of equipment, and physically transferring students.
• Supervises the day to day activities of any assigned therapist assistant.
• Attend work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy.
• Comply with all applicable security and safety rules, regulations, and standards.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Must have licensure or have met the requirements to obtain licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with students with visual and multiple impairments