What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - District-Special Education (26-27 School Year) position at Regional School Unit 57?
REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, Maine 04087
Occupational Therapist - District-Special Education (26-27 School Year)
Position Summary
Provide high-quality occupational therapy services, including assessment, program planning, and implementation of therapeutic interventions to support students' educational programs.
Reports To
Director and Assistant Director of Special Services, and Building Administrators
Qualifications
Current Occupational Therapist License from the State of Maine (required)
Bachelor's degree with specific preparation in Occupational Therapy
Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with students, staff, families, and community members
Performance Responsibilities
Conduct assessments, screenings, and evaluations
Develop and implement educationally relevant therapeutic intervention goals
Maintain professional, efficient, and compliant documentation in accordance with state and district policies
Manage and maintain therapy equipment and inventory
Collaborate with staff, parents, students, and outside agencies as appropriate
Monitor and report student progress toward occupational therapy goals
Provide consultation to educational teams
Develop IEP goals and maintain required IEP documentation
Oversee the ordering and management of adaptive equipment
Terms of Employment
Salary, work year, and working conditions will be established by the RSU 57 School Board.
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift (25β75 lbs), bend, pull, push, walk, kneel, crouch, and perform other physical tasks as needed.
Additional Information
This job description outlines general responsibilities and is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of all duties that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to providing a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran