Occupational Therapist 2026-2027

Occupational Therapist 2026-2027 Daviess County School District District Wide - Owensboro, Kentucky Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in

Daviess County Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5666308

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026

Job Description Qualifications:

1. Graduation from an accredited program in occupational therapy 2. Valid license issued by the State of Kentucky to practice occupational therapy

Job Goal:

Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and procedures for occupational therapy and assessment; provide occupational therapy to eligible students.

Duties:

1. Develop, implement and evaluate programs and procedures for occupational therapy and assessment; develop and review Individual Education Plan therapy goals, make recommendations and adjust as appropriate; and interpret program to parents and school personnel. 2. Research, evaluate and interpret data and other information regarding the effectiveness of the occupational program and submit periodic reports as requested. 3. Prepare written evaluations, maintain records and prepare reports concerning individual students, review medical and therapy reports to assure compliance with established laws, regulations and procedures. 4. Communicate with agencies, schools, and other organizations to coordinate services; contact vendors concerning supplies and equipment for therapy needs; coordinate occupational therapy referrals. 5. Operate a variety of therapeutic equipment and Assistive Technology devices; train others in the use of such equipment as necessary; maintain equipment in proper working condition. 6. Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services.

Knowledge of:

1. Principles and techniques of occupational therapy 2. Laws and regulations concerning special education, medical records, and therapeutic services 3. Neurology, anatomy, physiology including fine motor, sensory, perceptual, and manipulation, skill development 4. Occupational therapy evaluation instruments 5. Oral and written communication skills 6. Record-keeping techniques 7. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy 8. Kid-friendly 9. Assistive technology Position is district wide and full time

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Contact Information Robin Bush ,

Director of Special Services Central Office Phone:

270-852-7000

Email:

robin.bush@daviess.kyschools.us Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a "Submission") will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. "Sensitive data" for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.