Occupational Therapist

WORKING TITLE:  Occupational Therapist – PART-TIME
STATE CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Contract Staff
DEPARTMENT:  Comprehensive Programs   
POSTING #:  24-009
TWC JOB ORDER:
MONTHLY SALARY:  Based on AISD Payscale
SHIFT:  PART-TIME / 20 hours/week; Mon-Fri Shift TBD
OPENING DATE:  10/4/2023
CLOSING DATE:  Until Filled
CLASSIFICATION / GROUP #:  T021 / n/a  

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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.