Regional Occupational Therapist

Waterford, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

This position is full time 4 days (32 hours per week) at Oakside Prep Academy and 1 day (8 hours per week) at Laurus Academy.

School Information:

Located in Waterford Township MI Oakside Prep Academy opened in 2013 and serves students K-12. At Oakside you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Oakside Preparatory Academy click here.

Why Choose Oakside Preparatory Academy:

Competitive pay and benefitsat affordable rates.
Unique K-12 environment increasing collaboration among staff.
Supportive coaching modelwith new staff paired with a teacher mentor.
Consistently outperforms local districts on state assessments.
Ensure a secure and safe working environment.
Benefit from seasoned and supportive leadership.
Access to best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
AwardedDetroits Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.
Recognized as Partner of the Year for the Pontiac Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services as outlined in students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans.
Conduct assessments of motor visual-motor and sensory-motor skills for students referred for special education evaluation to help determine eligibility for services.
Participate in the IEP/Section 504 process providing input on assessment measures intervention strategies and student progress.
Collaborate as a member of the special education team to deliver comprehensive services to students with disabilities.
Consult with teachers school administrators parents and relevant stakeholders regarding students physical motor and sensory development.
Work closely with teachers to integrate occupational therapy goals into the classroom environment and support classroom objectives through therapy programs.
Provide training to relevant individuals on effective methods to assist students in mainstream settings.
Develop implement evaluate and adjust occupational therapy interventions in collaboration with school staff and parents.
Utilize treatment strategies involving physical sensory manual creative and recreational activities to support student development.
Design adaptive equipment and devices for individual students and classroom use.
Maintain an accurate record of student caseload requirements and update the Special Education Administrator on any changes.
Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs and track student progress toward therapy goals.
Demonstrate professionalism in handling confidential matters and materials.
Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current practices and research in occupational therapy.
Participate in school initiatives such as screening programs to support student development.
Attend parent-teacher meetings as needed to discuss student progress and therapy plans.
Perform other job related duties as assigned by the buildingprincipal.

Qualifications:

Masters degree in OT
Occupational Therapist License issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

DescriptionThis position is full time 4 days (32 hours per week) at Oakside Prep Academy and 1 day (8 hours per week) at Laurus Academy.School Information:Located in Waterford Township MI Oakside Prep Academy opened in 2013 and serves students K-12. At Oakside you can connect passion with purpose. T...

Description

This position is full time 4 days (32 hours per week) at Oakside Prep Academy and 1 day (8 hours per week) at Laurus Academy.

School Information:

Why Choose Oakside Preparatory Academy:

Competitive pay and benefitsat affordable rates.
Unique K-12 environment increasing collaboration among staff.
Supportive coaching modelwith new staff paired with a teacher mentor.
Consistently outperforms local districts on state assessments.
Ensure a secure and safe working environment.
Benefit from seasoned and supportive leadership.
Access to best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
AwardedDetroits Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.
Recognized as Partner of the Year for the Pontiac Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services as outlined in students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans.
Conduct assessments of motor visual-motor and sensory-motor skills for students referred for special education evaluation to help determine eligibility for services.
Participate in the IEP/Section 504 process providing input on assessment measures intervention strategies and student progress.
Collaborate as a member of the special education team to deliver comprehensive services to students with disabilities.
Consult with teachers school administrators parents and relevant stakeholders regarding students physical motor and sensory development.
Work closely with teachers to integrate occupational therapy goals into the classroom environment and support classroom objectives through therapy programs.
Provide training to relevant individuals on effective methods to assist students in mainstream settings.
Develop implement evaluate and adjust occupational therapy interventions in collaboration with school staff and parents.
Utilize treatment strategies involving physical sensory manual creative and recreational activities to support student development.
Design adaptive equipment and devices for individual students and classroom use.
Maintain an accurate record of student caseload requirements and update the Special Education Administrator on any changes.
Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs and track student progress toward therapy goals.
Demonstrate professionalism in handling confidential matters and materials.
Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current practices and research in occupational therapy.
Participate in school initiatives such as screening programs to support student development.
Attend parent-teacher meetings as needed to discuss student progress and therapy plans.
Perform other job related duties as assigned by the buildingprincipal.