Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

*Hourly Wage Range -$39.97/hr - $$42.25/hr

Hours per Day-7.0

Days perYear-191

**Shift -7:15am - 2:30pm

INFORMATION

A.:Job Title: Level:
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PT-6

to:
Special Education Supervisor

OF ASSIGNMENT

As a licensed health care provider within the educational system this position assists the occupational therapist in providing occupational therapy services to support the education of students with special needs. The certified occupational therapy assistant is professionally responsible to and under the supervision and direction of a licensed occupational therapist(s) for all therapy-related issues.

FUNCTIONS

the occupational therapist in conducting observations and/or screenings of students with physical/motor disabilities using formal or informal procedures.
therapist in administering therapy testing protocols.
in recording and documenting observations and/or screening results.
in cooperation with the occupational therapist to maintain an appropriate record-keeping and reporting system.
and implement therapeutic activities based upon goals and objectives in students IEP records.
schedule and proceed with service delivery and other assigned duties.
travel to school sites delivering occupational therapy services
direct occupational therapy services for individual students or groups of students based on the goals and objectives established by the occupational therapist.
professional judgment in modifying functional techniques of therapeutic activities within the established Therapy Plan.
and prepare specialized therapy materials and equipment for student use. Maintain therapy equipment assemble and modify adaptive equipment and prepare equipment inventory lists and update as necessary.
intervention procedures and results using appropriate forms.
data records and work samples for preparation of reports IEPs assessments and conferences.
a member of the motor team participate in the school Districts comprehensive planning process for the education of children with special needs.
information and establish relationships with school personnel parents and non-school agencies to promote the education of students with physical/motor disabilities. Participate in training sessions for staff and families.
in professional growth continuing education opportunities as required by established state licensure laws and District expectations. Adhere to established ethical standards of the occupational therapy profession state law and District policy.
in direct contact with students affected by a variety of disabilities including but not limited to medically fragile students to promote their prescribed occupational therapy programs.
also require working directly with disturbed and/or emotionally distraught students
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

and Experience
degree for Occupational Therapy Assistant from accredited college or school including fieldwork.
Washington State License for COTA. Certification in good standing with professional association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
communication and human relation skills.
to maintain strict confidentiality.
to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision as well as work effectively within a team environment.
and understanding of accepted occupational therapy practices and procedures.
communication skills and effective problem solving ability.
competence patience and the physical capacity to transfer and manipulate students
proficiency in written and oral communication.
of accounting and budgetary principals and practices.
to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students parents and staff members.
to take initiative work independently and effectively manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and/or priorities.
to work effectively on a team.
to exercise sound decision making skills.
knowledge and experience operating a personal computer and applications in word processing spreadsheet database and presentational software.
of diverse academic socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds of the communitys citizens.

and Licenses
Washington State License for COTA.
Washington State drivers license and proof of insurance
and Background check

QUALIFCATIONS

experience as a COTA in a school setting..

2.
CONDITIONS
Required to be itinerant and travel to school sites. Requires patience dexterity and physical capacity to move and handle students. Work in close contact with students assisting with a variety of disabilities in completing therapeutic routines. Position requires sitting; standing; walking; driving; carrying; lifting; filing; hearing; speaking; writing; keyboarding; and exposure to angry frustrated or aggressive individuals.
FLSA:Non-ExemptAFFLIATION:ESPCP

JOB CLASS:Professional Technical WORK YEAR:191 days

*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.

**Shifts are subject to change

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employees responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the linkhttps:// information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity creed religion color national origin immigration or citizenship status age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity homelessness the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability neurodivergence the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or marital status. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood Washington 98499-1341:Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services ;Section 504/ADA Coordinator Jennifer Herbold Executive Director of Special Education . Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR) Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures and how to report a concern or complaint is available at OSPI required language per RCW 28A.300.286 is available at