OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Apply NowCompany: Mineral County School District
Location: Washington, DC 20544
Description:
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist
Date Posted:
1/9/2024
Location:
District office
FLSA Status: Exempt Created: 6/7/2023
Safety Sensitive: NO Last Revised:
DEFINITION: Under the direction of the site administrator, the Occupational Therapist provides assessment consultation to parents and teachers and offers direct treatment for children with disabling conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Performance of these functions is the reason the job exists. Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions).
QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (KSAs are the attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or training.)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of:
Intellectual, sensory, and physical development of young children; techniques used in the assessment and treatment of disabilities
Educational and developmental needs of young children with specific disabilities
Applicable treatment modalities and theory for the pediatric population
Occupational therapy techniques commonly used with the severely and physically disabled population;
Physical and psychological problems of the severely and physically disabled population and their families, and normal growth and development of children
Ability to:
Plan, organize and conduct an occupational therapy program for neuromuscular and/or orthopedically involved children
Make accurate assessments of the developmental status and educational needs of young children
Work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
Work collaboratively with parents effectively communicate occupational therapy treatment techniques and goals to parents, teachers, and other program staff
Apply occupational therapy techniques in the treatment of children with disabilities
Communicate effectively orally and in writing
Work independently
Establish general schedules and priorities
Perform complex or varied tasks
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Comply with the school's customer service standards
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Required:
Experience/ Education:
Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited by the American Medical Association; training in sensory integration testing and techniques is desirable; and experience in occupational therapy with children with disabilities in a variety of settings, including school, home, and clinics; some experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team including working collaboratively with families.
Valid registration by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, and other materials. Some reaching for items above and below desk level. Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to access files and records is necessary. The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer using word processing and databases. Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) is occasionally required.
In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Work is performed under the following conditions.
Exposure to climate controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods. May involve work in crowded environments.
Hazards: Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).
Blood-Borne Pathogens: An encounter with blood or other bodily fluids may occur in this line of work. You will be expected to know and follow the safety steps in the safety training provided annually.
Employee's Acknowledgment: I acknowledge that I have read the above job description and have received a copy for my records.
Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist
Date Posted:
1/9/2024
Location:
District office
FLSA Status: Exempt Created: 6/7/2023
Safety Sensitive: NO Last Revised:
DEFINITION: Under the direction of the site administrator, the Occupational Therapist provides assessment consultation to parents and teachers and offers direct treatment for children with disabling conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Performance of these functions is the reason the job exists. Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions).
- Prepares and maintains records and reports as required for compliance with various state, federal, and administrative regulations
- Assesses student performance in activities that are meaningful, curriculum-oriented, and applicable to daily life routines
- Identifies student abilities and educational, developmental, or functional needs with the IEP team and develops long and short-term goals and objectives
- Develops a therapy intervention plan that supports the IEP goals, objectives, and outcomes and implements this plan in appropriate settings and curricula
- Coordinates the implementation of goals and outcomes with the IEP team
- Documents findings, actions taken, and/or recommendations made regarding service areas and maintains records as required by the Department and identified by program needs
- Assists in the development of student transition plans, programs, and goals
- Develops and implements training opportunities and in-services for educational staff, parents, and administrators
- Devises a treatment program aimed at improving identified areas of function related to the student's academic needs
- Attends meetings and conferences and travels to various work sites as required
- Performs other related duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (KSAs are the attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or training.)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of:
Intellectual, sensory, and physical development of young children; techniques used in the assessment and treatment of disabilities
Educational and developmental needs of young children with specific disabilities
Applicable treatment modalities and theory for the pediatric population
Occupational therapy techniques commonly used with the severely and physically disabled population;
Physical and psychological problems of the severely and physically disabled population and their families, and normal growth and development of children
Ability to:
Plan, organize and conduct an occupational therapy program for neuromuscular and/or orthopedically involved children
Make accurate assessments of the developmental status and educational needs of young children
Work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
Work collaboratively with parents effectively communicate occupational therapy treatment techniques and goals to parents, teachers, and other program staff
Apply occupational therapy techniques in the treatment of children with disabilities
Communicate effectively orally and in writing
Work independently
Establish general schedules and priorities
Perform complex or varied tasks
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Comply with the school's customer service standards
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Required:
- Valid Nevada Teaching Certificate for Speech and Language Impairment.
- Applicant must be able to withstand a State of Nevada law enforcement background check.
Experience/ Education:
Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited by the American Medical Association; training in sensory integration testing and techniques is desirable; and experience in occupational therapy with children with disabilities in a variety of settings, including school, home, and clinics; some experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team including working collaboratively with families.
Valid registration by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, and other materials. Some reaching for items above and below desk level. Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to access files and records is necessary. The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer using word processing and databases. Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) is occasionally required.
In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Work is performed under the following conditions.
Exposure to climate controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods. May involve work in crowded environments.
Hazards: Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).
Blood-Borne Pathogens: An encounter with blood or other bodily fluids may occur in this line of work. You will be expected to know and follow the safety steps in the safety training provided annually.
Employee's Acknowledgment: I acknowledge that I have read the above job description and have received a copy for my records.