What are the responsibilities and job description for the ESY Occupational Therapist - 2025 Summer position at Irving ISD?
IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST- EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt or Nonexempt Hourly rate
REPORTS TO: Division Director of Specialized Learning Services
PAY GRADE: Salary Schedule 3-hourly rate-16 days
DEPARTMENT: Specialized Learning Services
DATE REVISED: April 15, 2016
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Plan and provide therapy services in accordance with individual education plan developed by ARD committee to enable students to benefit from special education services. Therapists work to improve, develop, restore and/or maintain a student's sensory/motor functions as they relate to the educational setting.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
Valid Texas License as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of assessment procedures, therapeutic activities, and equipment used in school based-practice occupational therapy.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Minimum Experience:
2 years’ experience in school setting
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Interpret and disseminate assessment information to ARD committee.
- Conduct periodic reassessment of therapy objectives as indicated by student needs.
Program Planning:
- Coordinate therapy services with school personnel and community agencies.
- Participate with ARD committee in developing individual educational plans.
Intervention/Service Delivery:
- Provide therapy intervention services consistent with goals established by the ARD committee and maintain appropriate reports/documentation.
- Maintain inventories of equipment materials, and supplies.
Consultation/Education:
- Effectively communicate with school personnel, students and parents regarding therapy programs/purposes as they benefit students and/or educational programs.
- Promote effective interdisciplinary relationships to enhance student achievement.
- Provide information on architectural barriers, classroom modifications and/or safety precautions.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students, school personnel, and parents.
Communications:
- Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Exhibit ability to coordinate educational programming with therapy staff, classroom/educational staff, school administration, and outside agencies as appropriate.
Professional Growth/Ethics
- Adhere to the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics
- Abide by established laws, rules and regulations, and district policies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Frequent in-district travel. Ability to lift at least thirty pounds.
Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary : $35
