Occupational Therapist

The occupational therapist works on the acquisition of/or compensations for deficits in fine motor skills sensory motor skills visual motor and visual perceptual skills and self-care skills. More specifically occupational therapists work with students on foundation skills needed for school participation through task analysis individually selected motor activities and consultation with team members to modify the environment the instructional methodology or to support student achievement on a particular classroom/vocational project. This position is between 20-25 hours per week depending on student caseload and current IEPs. Days scheduled are flexible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ROLE-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
Provide direct individual and group therapy services to students with
occupational therapy needs
Develop and implement IEPs and 504 plans for students with fine motor
skills sensory motor skills visual motor and visual perception and self-
care skills deficits
Assess screen and evaluate students and effectively share results with parents and educational staff and participate in eligibility determinations according to Charter School Institute AOTA State and Federal regulations and guidelines
Maintain ongoing assessment to verify progress toward meeting IEP goals

Provide consultation to parents and teachers to improve students occupational therapy outcomes Participate in the schools MTSS/RtI meetings to design implement and monitor student response to research-based interventions for targeted fine motor sensory motor visual motor visual perception and self-care deficits
Participates in the evaluation and selection of accommodations and adaptive equipment to ensure access to the general education environment for students to with fine motor sensory motor visual motor visual perception and self-care deficits
Direct and supervise the work and service delivery of an occupational therapist assistant when appropriate

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Complete assessments evaluation reports and progress reports within expected timelines
Schedule direct student services according with regard to the needs of students school and faculty
Maintain service logs and progress notes for all students receiving occupational therapy interventions
Observe students in classroom and unstructured settings as needed to conduct evaluations monitor student interventions and to provide teacher consultation

Enter all occupational therapy assessment and progress monitoring data evaluation reports and other relevant information into the schools electronic IEP/504 system as appropriate

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Familiarity with Federal State and CSI guidelines for special education
Expertise with a wide range of standardized and informal assessment procedures to evaluate fine motor sensory motor visual motor visual perception and self-care deficits Knowledge of research-based occupational therapy interventions

Ability to effectively plan for and efficiently deliver all occupational therapy services as required
Ability to effectively communicate effectively in oral and written form
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with team members
Ability to use a variety of approaches and materials to address IEP goals that are compatible with students ages interests and abilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand walk climb stairs sit; reach with hands and arms use hands for fine manipulation handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a school setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes such as assault or domestic violence.


• Convictions for offenses against children including abuse or endangerment.


• Drug-related offenses particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.


• Certain felony convictions depending on their nature and recency.


• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidates suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: For roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials) you will be asked to provide verifiable proof. We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

This employer utilizes E-Verify

Required Experience:

IC