Job/Position Title:

Occupational Therapist Reports to:

Director Hours:

6-14 hours per week or negotiable

Salary:

$35/hr (40 weeks/yr)

Position Overview:

Responsible for providing transdisciplinary model occupational therapy services to children with special needs at Bright Hope Learning Center. Must be a licensed occupational therapist and function within the trans-disciplinary (TD) philosophy and team of the Bright Hope. Principal duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions): Performs OT assessments, therapy interventions and documentation for children with special needs per BHLC policies and timelines Develops appropriate therapeutic goals, in conjunction with the families, for each child assigned Establishes and provides occupational therapy intervention consistent with transdisciplinary (TD) functions and approach. Consults with classroom staff and parents regarding equipment, sensory, behavioral, self-care, fine motor and other therapeutic needs of the children. Models for classroom staff therapeutic, sensory and behavioral interventions, therapeutic small group activities and proper use of equipment in a TD manner. Provides in-service training to staff, volunteers, and parents when requested or as needed. Collaborates with other (TD) team members regarding the total therapeutic needs of the children. Designs and directs classroom fine motor activities which are aligned with the curriculum Consults, as needed, with outside therapists, professionals or agencies that are providing assistance to a particular student, to ensure coordination of programs. Participates in assistive technology (AT) and (TD) team functions and documentation as assigned Serves as point therapist for a classroom to manage team staffing and documentation and other special class specific activities as assigned Other duties as needed or required.

NO MEDICAID BILLING!

Supervision Received:

Reports to

Director Supervision Exercised:

Oversees and implements the occupational therapy intervention for students in classrooms Supervises and instructs BHLC staff in the occupational therapy interventions during their assigned time at Bright Hope Learning Center.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required:

Licensed in State of Kentucky as an Occupational Therapist or in the process of obtaining an Kentucky license in Occupational Therapy Holds current CPR certification or willing to get it Maintains professional license, required continuing education units Possesses current and effective knowledge and skills in: Neuromotor development and child development Sensory Processing Assessment and documentation Adaptive equipment and assistive technology Occupational therapy procedures and interventions Interpersonal relationships Supervision of assigned employees, students or volunteers Manages confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment. Personal relationship with Christ . Support for and participation in Bright Hope's trans-disciplinary team approach to special education. Works independently and cooperatively as a team member with all LLH staff. Demonstrates emotional stability, maturity, and a desire to grow spiritually such that spiritual principles will be reflected in day-to-day interactions, with a genuine concern for a job well done. Incorporate a welcoming and teaching attitude towards guests, student interns and others who come to learn from the Bright Hope team.

Preferred:

Experience with children birth through six years of age. Experience with working in a transdisciplinary team environment. At least one year's experience working with children with developmental disabilities

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location:

In person