Occupational Therapist (2022-2023)

Position Type:

Student Support Services

Date Posted:

2/1/2022

Location:

Lago Vista ISD Special Education Department

District:

  Lago Vista ISD  Additional Information: Show/Hide

Primary Purpose:

The school occupational therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The school occupational therapist administers occupational therapy interventions guided by an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in order to improve the students' functional independence at school.

Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):

• Master's degree in occupational therapy (required)

• Valid Texas license as an Occupational Therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.

• Valid Texas drivers license

Major Responsibilities:

• Plans and provides therapy services consistent with integrated, collaborative goals contained in student's Individual Education Plans (IEP); Evaluates student progress and determines readiness for termination of occupational therapy services; designs, constructs, alters and provides students with adaptive equipment and devices to promote maximum independence.

• Assesses students with disabilities and determines eligibility for services; participates in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures.

• Consults with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy; provides staff development training to assist school personnel with the use of adaptive equipment and understanding of the OT program to enhance their work with students.

• Promote student's maximum independence and access/participation within the school programming through designing, constructing, altering or modifying adaptive equipment and assistive devices as well as the student's environment.

• Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. Documentation requirements may include evaluations, progress reports, Medicaid billing, and service logs.

• Comply with Federal IDEA, Texas Educational Agency state law, and local LVISD procedures.

• Effectively communicates with colleagues, students, parents, and community personnel.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of school based therapy theory, techniques, methodologies and equipment used in occupational therapy.

• Ability to have a dynamic practice by utilizing evidence based treatment and being aware of best practices in education.

• Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment instruments/evaluations.

• Knowledge of normal child development patterns

• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws and regulations affecting service delivery.

• Communicate effectively with a wide variety of personnel, IEP team members, teachers, and families.

Supervisory Responsibilities: none.

Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):

Maintain emotional control under stress; biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; regular in-district travel; prolonged use of computer; must be able to pull/push/lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs.

The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.