What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at PHILLIPS PROGRAMS?
Occupational Therapist ~ Special Education SIGNING BONUS
This position requires an Occupational Therapist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy services to students in a special education setting. The successful candidate will serve as a consultant to teachers and other staff, collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement occupational therapy strategies that support educational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy services to students
- Serve as a consultant to teachers regarding the development and implementation of occupational therapy strategies
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members and with parents
- Attend IEP meetings, CSTs, and other meetings
- Develop and implement individualized therapeutic programs for each student
- Provide individual/group/classroom occupational therapy services
Requirements:
- Valid DC, Maryland, and Virginia State License issued by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
About PHILLIPS Programs
PHILLIPS Programs is a private, nonprofit organization serving over 500 children and their families annually in the Washington metropolitan area. Our schools are Blue Ribbon awarded private day schools serving students with emotional and behavioral difficulties. For more than 55 years, we have helped children where others could not — to prepare them to become successful and responsible individuals.
