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Form of workJOB TITLE: Occupational TherapistREPORTS TO: Special Services DirectorJOB SUMMARY: This position evaluates and provides occupational therapy services to children who have mental and/orphysical disabilities and who are on a current Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:1. Bachelor's degree or higher, minimum two years experience working with children.2. Current holds a license set forth by the American Occupational Therapy Association.3.
Meets State of Oregon licensure requirements for Occupational Therapy. Other certificates as determined by the district.4. Proficient with database software, email, internet software, and word processing software.5.
Holds a current driver's license.6. Criminal history clearance (background check and HB 2062).SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Works collaboratively with parents and staff to support the total educational program.
Attends meetings related to caseload.2. Evaluates children to identify the need for occupational therapy services and type/level of service.3. Interprets data to design a treatment plan.
Re-evaluates the plan on an annual basis via IEP and re-evaluates eligibility as needed.4. Implements treatment plan for individuals or groups. Provides training to instructional assistants and others within the educational plan.5.
Documents appropriate information as required (i.e., written evaluations, test results, progress reports, notes, and other child records). Maintains confidentiality.6. Confers with other professional and general staff members to coordinate, schedule, and implement occupational therapy goals and objectives within the educational plan.7.
Serves as a resource for medically related information for parents, school staff, and teachers.8. Maintains communication with other professionals, general staff members, parents, and other public and private agencies (e.g., Childrens' Services Division, Shriners) related to a child's needs, progress, and safety.9. Perform other related duties as assigned.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Pending approval of the 2024-2025 budget.
195-day contract at 1.0 FTE, starting Fall 2024. Salary of $70,000-$110,000, dependent on experience, with excellent benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance and Oregon state retirement. Paid time off includes one sick day per month worked and two personal days, pro-rated per school year.
Benefit information can be found at https://www.seaside.k12.or.us/hr/benefits. Open until filled.TO APPLY: Submit an application online by following the link on the District Website,http://www.seaside.k12.or.us/employment http://www.seaside.k12.or.us/employment . Questions about the position, please contact Jenny Risner, Director ofSpecial Services, 503-738-5586.
Questions about the online application process, contact Human Resources, 503-738-5591.The Seaside School District, in support of employment practices free of barriers to disabled individuals and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, provides reasonable accommodations necessary upon request and appropriate notice. For further information or assistance, contact the Special Services Director at (503)738-5591. Speech/hearing impaired individuals may reach the District through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1(800)735-2900.
