Occupational Therapist Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Primary Purpose:
To support students' ability to participate in and benefit from the educational environment by evaluating and addressing their fine motor, sensory-motor, and functional skills. The Occupational Therapist collaborates with educators and families to implement strategies and interventions that promote students’ independence, access to the curriculum, and success in school-related activities.

Position Details:
Location(s): North Port, FL and Englewood, FL
Pay: Starting at $51/hr
Hours: May vary based on location
Schedules: May vary based on location

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution or beyond
• Valid Florida Occupational Therapy licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience in pediatric or school-based therapy settings is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sensory processing, fine motor development, assistive technology, and adaptive strategies for school-based therapy.
• Familiarity with IEP processes, educational laws, and documentation requirements for school settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct appropriate evaluation of students referred for possible exceptional student education needs and prepare reports of the evaluation and findings.
•  Plan intervention and service delivery programs to meet student’s individual needs.
• Implement and direct interventions essential to meeting targeted students’ needs.
• Provide information and consultative services to appropriate personnel in support of students with disabilities.
•  Provide effective verbal and written communications to administrators, teachers, parents and other community agencies.
• Establish schedules for meeting with students, conferencing with parents and assisting in rehabilitation techniques.
• Provide resources to all stakeholders involved in the evaluation, identification of student needs and rehabilitation of students.
• Adhere to ethical / professional standards and to the rules governing the program at federal, state and local levels. 
• Inventory supplies and distribute to the appropriate staff.
• Attend workshops and seminars designed for professional growth.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Provide for a safe and secure workplace. Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules. Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events. Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.