Occupational Therapist (Elementary)
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Job Location:
Amherst, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Please apply online at -Wilkins Elementary School is seeking a certified Occupational Therapist to work with our elementary-aged students. The successful candidate will be an integral member of a collaborative team supporting students with disabilities and will have experience working in an elementary school setting including supporting students behavioral sensory and self-regulation needs within the school Duties and Responsibilities:- Deliver occupational therapy services using individual group and consultation models within an elementary school environment- Conduct assessments related to fine motor sensory processing and functional school skills- Develop implement and monitor IEP goals with attention to students sensory behavioral and self-regulation needs- Support students positive behavior engagement and access to learning through sensory-based and developmentally appropriate strategies- Collaborate closely with classroom teachers special educators behavior support staff and related service providers- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians team members and administration demonstrating strong written and verbal communication skillsQualifications & SkillsRequired:- Allied Health Certified Occupational Therapist- Experience developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)- Experience working with elementary-aged students in an educational or school-based setting- Knowledge of strategies to support student behavior self-regulation and sensory needs in classrooms and school routinesPreferred:- Experience implementing sensory diets and sensory-based interventions- Familiarity with the New Hampshire Special Education Information System (NHSEIS)- Experience delivering occupational therapy services using a school-based service delivery model
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
The Schools: The Mont Vernon Village School enrolls 191 students, Clark/Wilkins Elementary School has 624 students, Amherst Middle School has 624 students, and Souhegan Cooperative High School enrolls 829 students. The total PK-12, multi-district enrollment is 2268. In addition to ... View more
