Temporary Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Tulare County Office Of Education • Visalia, CA

20d

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides therapy services to designated pupils under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist and the Special Services Division. As a member of the education team, the assistant works in accordance with Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and objectives. With prior approval, the assistant may adjust specific treatment procedures in response to changes in a student's status. The role receives limited supervision within standard policies and procedures and supports student performance in sensory processing, organization and integration, motor planning and coordination, fine motor abilities, and self-help judgment. Employees must meet applicable national and state practice codes and standards, as well as professional training and certification requirements.

Applications must be submitted online, with all required documents scanned and attached before the closing deadline. Applicants are responsible for verifying that their applications and required documents are complete. Required documents include a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant certificate, two letters of recommendation, proof of high school graduation or equivalent (or college transcripts verifying an awarded degree), and a resume.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Job-related experience within a specialized field is required.
• Occupational Therapy Assistant Certificate.
• Applicants must submit a copy of a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant certificate, two letters of recommendation, proof of high school graduation or equivalent (or college transcripts verifying an awarded degree), and a resume.

Nice To Haves

• Community college and/or vocational school degree with study in a job-related area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to designated pupils under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist and the Special Services Division.
• Work as a member of the education team in accordance with student IEP goals and objectives.
• With prior approval, adjust specific treatment procedures in response to changes in student status.
• Support student performance in sensory processing, organization and integration, motor planning and coordination, fine motor abilities, and self-help judgment.
• Meet applicable national and state practice codes and standards, and professional training and certification requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED