Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Primary Purpose:
Plan and provide therapy to students with mental, physical, or emotional disabilities. Access students and provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental function, 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
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
? 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
? Assess students with physical disabilities and determine eligibility for services
? Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures
? Consult with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy
? Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist personnel with selection and use of adaptive equipment and understanding occupational therapy program
? Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students
? 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 materials
? Develop and maintain effective and adaptive materials
? Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required
? Comply with all district and assigned campus routines and regulations
? Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents
? Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment 
? Maintain confidentiality
? Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy
? Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
? Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
? Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures
? Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
? Must be able to perform the essential functions of interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned
? Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
? Other duties as assigned

Salary : $145 - $176