What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Wake County Public School System?
Overview
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
WORKING TITLE
Occupational Therapist
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Special Education Services (SES)
LOCATION
Crossroads II, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Occupational/Physical Therapy Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)
POSITION PURPOSE:
Provides occupational therapy services in support of the federal civil rights law under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, section 504 (provides protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities and general education students as part of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process). Ensures provided services align with the mission, vision, and core beliefs of Wake County School System (WCPSS).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles and methods of occupational therapy;
- Considerable knowledge of school-based occupational therapy practices;
- Considerable knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) policy and procedure and section 504 policy and procedure;
- Considerable knowledge of Common Core State Standards, Extended Common Core State Standards, and the WCPSS curriculum implementation regarding policies governing services for students with disabilities;
- Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point; Google Apps;
- Ability to adapt or design equipment for individual needs;
- Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment and treatment activities;
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
- Ability to guide the learning process toward achievement of established Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals;
- Ability to motivate students;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and build consensus with school administrators, teachers, support staff, central services staff, occupational therapists, and parents.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
- Successfully completed an accredited (by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education ((ACOTE)) Occupational Therapy educational curriculum and the required supervised fieldwork as determined by the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Board;
- Three years of experience as an occupational therapist, preferably, in a public-school system is preferred; newly licensed graduates will be considered.
*Only postbaccalaureate Occupational Therapy degree programs will be eligible to receive or maintain ACOTE
accreditation status as of January 1, 2007*
**Postbaccalaureate: being, involving, or pursuing studies following the award of a baccalaureate degree**
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
- Initial certification by NBCOT;
- Current license by North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT);
- Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license with a good driving record according to the State of NC requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program;
- Experience in pediatric occupational therapy services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position operates in a professional office and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered medium physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 25 pounds of frequently, and/or 20 pounds of constantly. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.
EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/2023
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.
