Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist VertiSystem Inc Saratoga, CA Job Details Contract $60 - $70 an hour 12 hours ago Qualifications School experience Working with individuals with disabilities Occupational Therapy Working with students OTR Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Overview The Occupational Therapist works under the immediate supervision of a Program Manager/Principal. The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy assessment, consultation to school personnel and/or direct treatment to Grades TK-8th, 19 students need services, about half are group services, half individual qualify for occupational therapy, and works with special education teams in identifying services needed for special education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited program in occupational therapy Currently registered with the National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy Holds a valid California License for Occupational Therapists

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with TK-12 students Experience working with individuals with disabilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

May include, but not limited to the following: Evaluate students using standardized and non-standardized tests and observe activities that involve motor tasks, sensory processing and functional skills Evaluate sensory impairments and perceptual motor skills and make recommendations to staff regarding methods and information to improve functional skills in the classroom Evaluate abnormal patterns of posture and movement and instructs teachers in positioning and handling techniques for improved function Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members in the special education program to identify educational methods, needs and services for students Assist teachers in developing functional and achievable motor goals in the educational setting for the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP); provides reports for use in IEP committees, attends IEP meetings as required and maintains progress notes on student records Train classroom staff on body mechanics and lifting safety as it pertains to specific students, equipment, and environments

Pay:

$60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person