Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Fulton Schools

About The Position

Works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to facilitate the development of fine motor and self help skills for students receiving occupational therapy services.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree from an accredited COTA program at a technical or community college, college, or university
Must hold current licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant by the State of Georgia
Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare
Demonstrated ability to manage classroom environment
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Demonstrated ability to work with personal and confidential information
Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Routine physical activity associated with classroom environment
Ability to lift 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of clinical or school-based pediatric experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Provides therapy per IEPs under the direction of the OTR/L
Collects data on therapy progress and, in consultation with OTR/L completes progress reports according to IEP
Adjusts or modifies therapy plan based on therapy data
Reviews plans and schedules with the OTR/L on a regular basis
Consults, as appropriate, with the building principal or OTR or other appropriate management before initiating any procedures or changes not previously approved
Communicates with school staff regarding students as appropriate
Provides occupational therapy services on interim basis for OTR/L on leave or vacant OTR positions
Completes all local, state, and federal reports as assigned
Documents services for Medicaid billing
Attends District-wide staff meetings and trainings
Follows the policies, rules, and procedures as appropriate to which regular OTR/L are subject
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator