EI Occupational Therapist

The Arc of Chester County•West Chester, PA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Chester County is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocate, educate and provide services to empower individuals with disabilities and their families to enhance the quality of their lives. The Arc has been an integral member of the Chester County area for 70 years! Join our team, where you can work in a supportive environment and truly make a difference. All employees at The Arc of Chester County are expected to embrace and exemplify our Mission, Vision, and Core Values. To provide direct occupational therapy services to children/families on assigned caseload. To function as a member of the child’s multidisciplinary team by collaborating with families/caregivers, supports coordinators, and other professionals to develop and implement the IFSP/IEP.

Requirements

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited program, with licensure or eligibility for licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Knowledge and training in the field of Pediatric Occupational Therapy.
Knowledge of child development.
Knowledge or experience working with families.
Ability to obtain required clearances, including Child Abuse, FBI, NSOR, PA Criminal and Medicaid Fraud.
Has a reliable vehicle and an acceptable driving record as per The Arc’s Personnel Policy.
Possess valid driver’s license, auto insurance and vehicle registration before hire and ongoing prior to their expiration.
Applicable Certifications required by funding agencies.
NBCOT Certification
Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License or eligibility for licensure.
PA Early Intervention Coach endorsement completed or willing to work towards.
Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification.
Mandated Reporter Training in compliance with Act 31 and Act 126.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, oral and written skills.
Ability to work independently, to set priorities and follow through on details.

Responsibilities

Participate, collaborate and/or implement The Arc of Chester County’s 5-year Strategic Plan.
Develop and implement occupational therapy services including evaluation, ongoing assessment, setting individualized goals, objectives, and treatment planning for children in accordance with IEP/IFSP, pending receipt of the physician’s prescription for services where required.
Collaborate with IFSP/IEP team members regarding child/family goals/outcomes and intervention plan.
Function as an active member of IFSP/IEP team and communicate effectively with others on the team to ensure high quality of services.
Maintain confidentiality per agency policies.
Provide families and primary caregivers with training and consultation regarding child and family goals/outcomes, priorities and needs using family guided routines-based intervention model.
Participate in evaluation for client equipment and /or adaptive devices needs to support IFSP/IEPs and assist in the securing of equipment through appropriate channels/sources.
Provide oversight and coordination of therapeutic equipment needed by the occupational therapy personnel or staff to support IFSP/IEPs.
Prepare for and participate in IFSP/IEP, family, team, or staff meetings.
Maintain, complete, and submit in accordance with timelines/deadlines required paperwork, that includes child-related reports, session summary sheets, as required by the agency, and funding agents.
Provide relevant training to classroom teaching staff, COTA’s, and volunteers as requested.
Communicate ideas, concerns and needs to designated supervisor or other administrative team members.
Supervise COTA, for the assigned children on their shared caseloads or when the agency is participating in student practicums/internships.
Participate in Arc sponsored events.
Other duties as assigned.