Occupational Therapist/COTA - Public School Therapy

Pillar Care Continuum•East Hanover, NJ

49d•$70•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a collaborative, passionate Occupational Therapist who is looking to make a difference? Join our supportive team to provide therapy services to students within the public-school setting. As a staff member, you will be involved in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence, and participation in the community.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of and independence in the use of varied treatment approaches; knowledge of child development
Ability to relate and treat a variety of students with disabilities without bias or prejudice
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students, parents, and other professionals
Respect and maintain confidentiality
Build and promote teamwork; maintains proper working relationships with students, parents, co-workers and supervisors
Maintain a safe working environment; adheres to ethical standards of the profession, policies, procedures and standard health precautions
Perform physical activities related to delivery of therapeutic services
Bachelor's Degree and graduation from an accredited AOTA (American O.T. Association) occupational therapy program; successful completion of NBCOT (National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy) Certification Examination; State of New Jersey of license; NJ Department of Education Certification as an Occupational Therapist; fingerprint examination and approval.
Graduate of an AOTA (American O.T. Association) approved occupational therapy assistant program and successful completion of NBCOT (National Board of Certification of OT) Certification Examination or an equivalent combination, New Jersey State License fingerprint examination and approval by State of NJ.

Responsibilities

Conducts initial screenings and/or evaluations using formal and informal assessments; interprets and analyzes data; submits full comprehensive written reports of findings.
Identifies and implements long and short-term treatment plans, either individually or in a group setting or indirectly as a consultant, including educationally relevant goals and methods to achieve identified goals within given time frame
Submits to appropriate source written reports such as client reevaluations/ updates, anecdotal notes, clinic notes, special interim reports and other related information using required formats/ forms; maintains service-related records following billing, reimbursements and procurement procedures
Coordinates and integrates occupational therapy with other therapy and educational programs
Develops home or classroom programs for specific clients providing printed handouts or instructions; provides direct training for appropriate home or classroom personnel
Participates in conferences, meetings and other planning sessions concerning individual children; recommends therapy activities as part of total treatment plan
May design, fabricate, adjust, or make minor repairs to therapeutic equipment for individuals and participate in ordering equipment for home, school, or community
Reviews and revises treatment programs as required; terminates treatment service when appropriate
Identifies own education and supervision needs; attends educational courses to maintain and update knowledge and skills; may conduct in-service education to staff and team members
Initiates contact with direct supervisor to report any concerns regarding safety and appropriate care, schedule changes, new referrals
Travel to school locations away from administrative office
May be required to supervise COTA’s following professional guidelines.
Other responsibilities as directed by the Program Director or Supervisor