What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Occupational Therapist position at Chicago Public Schools?
Benefits and Opportunities
The Chicago Public Schools offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. This role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students and professionals, develop new skills and expertise, and make a meaningful contribution to the education of students in the Chicago Public Schools district.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a current and active Illinois license to practice as an occupational therapist, have a Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The Chicago Public Schools offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. This role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students and professionals, develop new skills and expertise, and make a meaningful contribution to the education of students in the Chicago Public Schools district.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Facilitating access to and mobility within school by assessing and changing the environment;
- Increasing functional use of extremities through use of adapted equipment;
- Enhancing ability to learn through sensorimotor activities that address motor planning, attending, and behavior issues;
- Promoting competency and safety of educational staff in body mechanics, handling techniques, motor skills, and classroom adaptations;
Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a current and active Illinois license to practice as an occupational therapist, have a Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
