What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position at SPECIAL EDUCATION?
Thank you for your interest in our Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COPA) position
Job Summary:
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COPA) is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Position Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – COTA |
Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified |
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Department: Student Services |
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Reports To: ESEP Coordinator |
Work Schedule: 190 days per year/8 hours per day |
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Grade/Level: N/A |
FLSA: Exempt |
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Primary Function: Ability to facilitate the development of everyday self-care, pre-academic, and pre-vocational activities for eligible students. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational skills. |
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Working Conditions: |
Physical Demands: |
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Office and Classroom Environment |
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard |
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Constant Interruptions |
Hearing and speaking to exchange information |
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Seeing to read a variety of materials |
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Standing and sitting for extended periods of time |
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Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials |
Qualifications:
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Minimum of an associate degree or higher |
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Certified occupation therapist assistant license |
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
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Interprets assessment results for teachers, parents, and other personnel under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) |
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Supports the individual education plan for occupational therapy goals and treatment for eligible students, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) |
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Administers occupational therapy in accordance with the treatment plan as stated in the individual education plan and under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) |
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Performs on-going evaluation of treatment programs and adapts program as necessary to maximize results under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) |
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Selects and manages adaptive equipment and/or assistive devices for use with upper trunks, arms, and hands, and aids in elimination of architectural barriers under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) |
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Maintains appropriate records and reports |
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Lifts, positions, transfers, and performs special duties to meet the needs of moderately intellectually disabled, severely and profoundly intellectually disabled, and orthopedically impaired students |
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Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee |
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
Salary : $52,886 - $74,180
