Occupational Therapist

Wake County Public Schools • Cary, NC

15d

About The Position

Provides occupational therapy services in support of the federal civil rights law under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, section 504 (provides protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities and general education students as part of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process). Ensures provided services align with the mission, vision, and core beliefs of Wake County School System (WCPSS).

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles and methods of occupational therapy;
• Considerable knowledge of school-based occupational therapy practices;
• Considerable knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ( IDEA) policy and procedure and section 504 policy and procedure;
• Considerable knowledge of Common Core State Standards, Extended Common Core State Standards, and the WCPSS curriculum implementation regarding policies governing services for students with disabilities;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point; Google Apps;
• Ability to adapt or design equipment for individual needs;
• Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment and treatment activities;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to guide the learning process toward achievement of established Individualized Education Program ( IEP) goals;
• Ability to motivate students;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and build consensus with school administrators, teachers, support staff, central services staff, occupational therapists, and parents.
• Successfully completed an accredited (by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education ((ACOTE)) Occupational Therapy educational curriculum and the required supervised fieldwork as determined by the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Board;
• Three years of experience as an occupational therapist, preferably, in a public-school system is preferred; newly licensed graduates will be considered.
• Only postbaccalaureate Occupational Therapy degree programs will be eligible to receive or maintain ACOTE accreditation status as of January 1, 2007
• Initial certification by NBCOT;
• Current license by North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT);
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license with a good driving record according to the State of NC requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program;
• Experience in pediatric occupational therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates children to determine needs for occupational therapy.
• Identifies occupational therapy goals for the child's individualized family service plan or the IEP.
• Provides occupational therapy interventions that enable children with disabilities to benefit from special education and to participate in the natural/general education environment.
• Collaborates with team members on reinforcement of strategies and use of assistive devices for accessing the curriculum and activities of daily living.
• Maintains communication with parents to discuss progress on goals and provide activities for home to reinforce skills.
• Completes required documentation including evaluations, progress notes, individualized family service plans, IEPs, service logs, and quarterly progress reports in a timely manner.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional development activities.
• Participates in individualized family service plan and IEP meetings, team meetings, and parent conferences.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees