Occupational Therapist - Rensselaer, IN

Rensselaer, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Occupational Therapist (SY 24-25) - Contract

Location:Rensselaer IN

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Masters degree in occupational therapy as required by state and contract
Valid State Certification as specified in the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA)
School OT services and evaluation experience

Job Description

Provides Occupational Therapy intervention for students utilizing exercises and equipment to facilitate fine and/or gross motor coordination based on the goals and objectives included in the students IEP/ISP.
Participates in IEP case conferences.
Provide written documentation related to occupational therapy during Annual Case Reviews and/or other meetings and provide written documentation for progress as determined by the students Individual Education Plan.
Monitors student progress.
Assess the motor visual-motor and sensory-motor functioning of students referred for special education evaluation.
Help determine the need for occupational therapy services.
Assist school staff in reducing barriers that limit student participation within the school environment.
Assist with providing assistive technology to support student success if/when applicable.
Communicate with school staff family and other professionals who are part of the childs educational team to contribute to a collaborative IEP including but not limited to student self-advocacy student engagement in school activities curricular modifications to support diverse learning abilities increase student success and promote safety within the school environment etc.
Creates solutions to challenges for individual students which are based on research and sound professional judgment.
Makes referrals to community resources as needed.
Documents and maintains an accurate record of therapy sessions consultations and other pertinent activities in daily notes and/or Medicaid Billing.
Completes required paperwork in a timely and well-organized manner.
Maintains confidentiality of all student records school and other related information as noted by HIPPA and FERPA.

Benefits:

Lucrative pay!
Long-term contract!
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance is available!
Principal is well respected and liked!

Occupational Therapist (SY 24-25) - ContractLocation:Rensselaer INRequired Qualifications:Minimum Masters degree in occupational therapy as required by state and contractValid State Certification as specified in the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA)School OT services and evaluation experi...

Occupational Therapist (SY 24-25) - Contract

Location:Rensselaer IN

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Masters degree in occupational therapy as required by state and contract
Valid State Certification as specified in the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA)
School OT services and evaluation experience

Job Description

Provides Occupational Therapy intervention for students utilizing exercises and equipment to facilitate fine and/or gross motor coordination based on the goals and objectives included in the students IEP/ISP.
Participates in IEP case conferences.
Provide written documentation related to occupational therapy during Annual Case Reviews and/or other meetings and provide written documentation for progress as determined by the students Individual Education Plan.
Monitors student progress.
Assess the motor visual-motor and sensory-motor functioning of students referred for special education evaluation.
Help determine the need for occupational therapy services.
Assist school staff in reducing barriers that limit student participation within the school environment.
Assist with providing assistive technology to support student success if/when applicable.
Communicate with school staff family and other professionals who are part of the childs educational team to contribute to a collaborative IEP including but not limited to student self-advocacy student engagement in school activities curricular modifications to support diverse learning abilities increase student success and promote safety within the school environment etc.
Creates solutions to challenges for individual students which are based on research and sound professional judgment.
Makes referrals to community resources as needed.
Documents and maintains an accurate record of therapy sessions consultations and other pertinent activities in daily notes and/or Medicaid Billing.
Completes required paperwork in a timely and well-organized manner.
Maintains confidentiality of all student records school and other related information as noted by HIPPA and FERPA.