Lead Occupational Therapist (OTR L)

Job Summary : The Lead Occupational Therapist (OTR / L) provides clinical supervision to COTA's in the Learning Centers and Transitional Academy, as well as guidance and direction to the Floating Occupational therapist. In addition, the Lead OTR / L will offer focused, individualized educational and clinical programming at the needed locations.This is an exempt position, 40 hours a week that may require some weekend and evening work. The Lead Occupational Therapist reports directly to the assigned Director of Education. The Lead OTR / L will work in collaboration with the Directors of Education.Duties and Responsibilities : Conduct OT screens and appropriate evaluations, interpret evaluation information, prepare written reports with recommendations, and complete treatment planning for students.Supervise and evaluate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) and Floating occupational therapist to facilitate Occupational Therapy (OT) treatment in a safe, therapeutic, and effective manner.Design and follow an individualized Supervision Plan for each COTA in accordance with AOTA guidelines including direct and indirect supervision strategies.Meet with COTA's on a monthly basis to review evaluation results, goals, objectives, and intervention plans for each student.Supervise OT or COTA students, as assigned, while they are completing fieldwork experiences as assigned.Assess the OT department for program development and make recommendations to the Supervisors.Review and edit all OT educational reports completed by COTAs.Provide education and feedback on all COTA documentation as required.Attend and participate in all educational meetings, as needed, including but not limited to, PPT's, certified staff meetings, and informal team meetings.Follow all ethical and professional guidelines put forth by the agency, the AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association, National Board of Certified Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and state of CT licensure board.Meet biweekly with supervisors for general supervision, program development, and COTA staff educational needs, as recommended by the AOTA, NBCOT, and State of CT licensure board.Review inventory and order necessary equipment for serving the young people.Complete clinical and administrative duties as required, including billing and Medicaid.Facilitate training in Dysphagia and Medical Lecture in coordination with the Training Academy as neededPerform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisors.Meets with vice president for education and / or Executive vice President on an as needed basis.Education, Experience, and Other Qualifications : Education and / or work experience specific to youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), having focused on sensory processing and self-regulation, is strongly preferred.Experience supervising COTA's and OT students in the educational community.The Lead OTR / L is expected to maintain CT licensure, NBCOT certification, personal malpractice insurance, and complete agency required training.You must have a valid driver's license with an excellent driving history and have the willingness to abide by all agency policies and procedures.Ädelbrook requires health screenings including a drug screen, as well as DCF, DMV, and criminal history checks, which will be conducted at the agency's expense, in order to be considered for this position.