Occupational Therapist-Part Time

Barrington, RI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Barrington School District is seeking a highly collaborative and empathetic Occupational Therapist who thrives in a dynamic student-centered environment. Beyond technical expertise we value a professional who demonstrates patience creative problem-solving and a proactive approach to building inclusive learning environments. If you are a dedicated advocate for student success who values a strong spirit of professional collaboration we encourage you to apply.

GOAL: The OT primary responsibility shall be to provide specialized services to students identified as requiring special education services based on criteria established by applicable Federal and State statues and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide targeted evidence-based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation and occupational performance within the school setting
Adapt and modifies the environment including assistive technology and training instructional staff to meet the needs and help students function as independently as possible.
Maintain student and staff confidentiality
Conduct screenings and evaluations of students ability and formulates the students occupational profile through a variety of functional behavioral and standardized assessments skilled observation checklist histories and interviews
Contribute to development and implementation of IEP or 504 plans through attendance and participation in team meetings
Interpret the evaluation data and write a comprehensive report that reflects strengths and barriers to students participation and occupational performance
Serve as a consultant to educational team regarding students need for modifications and/or accommodation in school
Structure and maintain a therapy environment conductive to effective intervention within the constraints of school buildings
Assist in identifying architectural barriers within the school environment
Provide safe therapeutic handling of students on floor mats or equipment including the safe transfer of students with physical disabilities
Provide parents with activities procedures and information regarding materials as appropriate to augment the childs therapy program at school
Maintain clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards NH guidelines and Board policy
Determines the need for occupational therapy evaluation and to select and administer appropriate assessment tools to evaluate the student.
Monitor student progress on a regular basis
Prepare written student progress reports for all students served according to Board policy
Maintain records for Medicaid in accordance with Board policy
Complete required paperwork on time
Attend and participate in staff meetings as required
Adhere to Board policies regarding emergency safety and health
Teaches monitors and collaborates with educational personnel community agencies parents and students as appropriate
Provides for his/her own professional growth through ongoing programs workshops seminars and conferences related to OT
Performs other duties as assigned by Principal Designee or Director of Student Services

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Education: MS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
Certification(s): Current Occupational Therapy licensure in the state of New Hampshire

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary benefits and working conditions as established by the Barrington School Board and defined in the Memorandum of Agreement contract

EVALUATON:

Performance to be evaluated in compliance with the Memorandum of Agreement and the policies and procedures established by the Barrington School Board

SUPERVISES: This position requires supervision of assigned students and monitor staff (COTA student interns) as directed by the Director of Student Services

Required Experience: