Occupational Therapist - Early Learning - Columbia County Service Center- 25/26 School Year

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below. Position Title: Occupational Therapist

Department: Early Learning

Location: Columbia County Service Center - St. Helens

Reports To: Service Center Administrator

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation: Per negotiated contract, Licensed Salary Schedule

FTE: 1.0 FTE - 8 hours per day - 192 day calendar

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In Partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

General Description

This position evaluates and provides occupational therapy services to children who have

mental and/or physical disabilities and who are on a current Individualized Education Plan

(IEP) or an Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP). This position also provides

consultative and/or direct service in an assistive technology.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:

• Current state Occupational Therapy license
• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university
• Minimum of two years experience working with children.
• Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification through RESNA
  
  

(Rehabilitation Engineering Assistive Technology Society of North America),

Preferred

• Valid driver’s license
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, And ABILITIES

• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports including
  
  

OT assessments, as well as parent and staff training on topics related to the field

of occupational therapy, such as self-regulation, sensory-processing, and fine

motor and adaptive skills. processing and fine motor and adaptive skills, etc.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children,
  
  

students, parents, staff, administration and community partners

Essential Functions: include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other

duties may be assigned.

• Work collaboratively with parents and staff in support of the total educational program.
  
  

Attends meetings related to caseload.

• Evaluate children to identify need for occupational therapy services and type/level of
  
  

service.

• Interpret data to design a treatment plan. Re-evaluates plan on annual basis via IEP or
  
  

IFSP. Reevaluate eligibility as needed.

• Implements treatment plan for individuals or groups. Provide training to instructional
  
  

assistants and others within the educational plan.

• Maintain accurate records of students evaluated and served, including assessment
  
  

results, IEP/IFSP progress, and other documentation or reports as needed (i.e., written

evaluations, test results, progress reports, notes, and other child records).

• Confer with other professional and general staff members to coordinate, schedule and
  
  

implement occupational therapy goals and objectives within the educational plan.

• Serve as a resource for medically related information for parents, school staff and
  
  

teachers.

• Consult and collaborate with teachers and other specialists regarding appropriate motor
  
  

activities, self-help skills, sensory needs, adaptations, and special equipment or assistive

devices, as necessary.

• Maintain communication with other professionals, general staff members, parents and
  
  

other public and private agencies (e.g., Children's' Services Division, Shriners) related to

child's needs, progress and safety.

• Train special education and general education staff, parents and other team members on
  
  

specific interventions.

• Fabricate and adapt specialized materials and devices to assist children to participate in
  
  

their education.

• Complete all district and state reporting requirements, including documentation of
  
  

services provided using one of the approved platforms (such as ecWeb or orSPED).

• Perform duties related to operation of the occupational therapy department, such as
  
  

maintain inventory and order supplies or equipment.

• Keep current standards of practice to provide best service to the child, and maintain
  
  

professional growth and development. Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900. FISCAL POSITION CONTROL CODE: 3355

JOB POST ID: 3182