Certified Occupational Therapist - Assistant (COTA)

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District•San Marcos, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide direct occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist for students with disabilities to support the student’s IEP plan for use in the classroom.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in occupational therapy or equivalent
Valid Texas license as an occupational therapy assistant issued by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Ability to implement occupational therapy treatment programs as specified by occupational therapy plan of care
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Two months experience in occupational therapy and contact with school-age children

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy services as specified in the occupational therapy plan of care.
Collect data according to established procedures to assist occupational therapist in screening students as possible candidates for occupational therapy.
Assist occupational therapist to revise short-term student goals.
Assist with instructing teachers, staff, and parents in use of adaptive equipment, assistive technology programs or devices, and integration of therapy goals into the educational setting.
Interact with student regarding student’s condition, progress, and/or achievement of goals during each therapy session.
Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the occupational therapist.
Attend planning meetings and participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings as directed by the occupational therapist.
Assist with acquisition and maintenance of therapy equipment and supplies.
Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required including accurate student records and progress notes.
Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners, State Board of Education rule, and board policies.
Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.