Occupational Therapist (OT)

We are hiring an Occupational Therapist (OT) for one of our clients in Federal Way, WA.

Job Description

Occupational therapists in the educational setting provide specially designed instruction and related services. The occupational therapist collaborates with families and educational team members to develop appropriate education programs and advises on health-related concerns as they impact education for students with special needs. The program goal is to help students to function as independently as possible within the least restrictive environment. This position requires working with children of various ages and a variety of disabilities (preschool to 12th grade). Position requires being an itinerant and traveling to different school sites within the district.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Evaluates student occupational profile, the classroom/school environment, and sensory and motor performance deficits that interfere with student development, learning, and access to education.
• The occupational therapist utilizes a variety of standardized, functional, and behavioral assessments; skilled clinical observations; histories; and interviews.
• Synthesizes evaluation results into a comprehensive written report which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment and identifies need for occupational therapy services Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrate findings with other disciplines, and develop recommendations Develops and implements occupational therapy intervention plans that include a variety of service delivery models: direct service, collaboration or shared goals/objectives with classroom staff, and consultation/problems solving.
• Coordinates services with the IEP team, including parent Adapts and modifies the environment including assistive technology and training Supervises certified occupational therapy assistant in the implementation of occupational therapy services In-service to classroom teachers and paraprofessionals to embed intervention techniques in the classroom and support generalization of student skills.
• The preceding list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
  
  

Ability To

• Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and able to pay strict attention to detail
• Communicate effectively through spoken and written word; read and follow written or verbal communications
• Use good judgement and problem solve
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines
• Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers
• Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentiality
• Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community
• Work independently and manage time effectively
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff members
• Travel between multiple buildings within the district
• Transfer students or equipment weighing up to thirty pounds
• Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
  
  

Skills Required

• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District.
• Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools' commitment to "Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future."
• Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Possess degree in Occupational Therapy
• Possess National Certification (NBCOT)
• Possess current Washington State Occupational Therapy license
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess, or able to acquire within first year of employment, Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certification.
  
  

Knowledge Of

• School board policies and procedures
  
  

Additional Information

• Criminal background clearance
  
  

Work Hours

• Shift: First Shift
• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Meals: 30 minutes
  
  

Notes

• Beginning and ending times depend on student needs.
• Short term need up to 37.5 hours a week
  
  

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