What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant position at Saint Louis County Special School District?
Occupational Therapist Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION LINK
Special School District’s (SSD) occupational therapist assistants (OTs) work with licensed occupational therapists. They are committed to identifying and mitigating specific barriers for students. As an SSD OT assistant, you will support the assessment of students’ physical limitations, developmental delays, and related abilities and assist in the implementation of therapy programs that ensure students have the support they need to excel to their greatest potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for those wishing to champion inclusion by ensuring all students have an established foundation of strategies that support the goals of their individualized education plan and fortify their access to general and special education.
OTs work primarily during school hours, but occasional evening hours may be required. They are generously compensated and receive benefits, including insurance, paid time off and holidays, access to staff health clinics, and more.
We are currently seeking an OT assistant to serve in the Ritenour School District.
Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.
Posting open until: 04/17/2025
Salary
- $30-$39/hour based on education and experience
Calendar
- 10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location(s)
Benefits
- Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
- Staff Health Clinics
- Paid holidays
- 13 PTO days per year
- Employee assistance program
- Healthcare spending account
Salary : $30 - $39
