Occupational Therapist III, IV - Central District Administration

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Central District; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A state educational institution seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services to students in various schools. The role includes preparing treatment plans, supervising lower-level therapists, and collaborating on educational programs. Candidates must have an ACOTE-approved degree, pass the NBCOT exam, and maintain a valid OT license. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Graduates from an ACOTE-approved occupational therapy education program.
• Must have passed the NBCOT national certification examination.
• Must hold a valid Hawaii OT license.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy services to students.
• Prepares treatment plans and assesses student progress.
• May supervise lower-level OTs and paraprofessionals.

Skills

Occupational therapy understanding

Supervisory skills

Report preparation

Education

Graduates from an ACOTE-approved occupational therapy education program

Job description

Overview

This posting is being used to fill Occupational Therapist positions that provide services to students at various schools within the Central District as needed and assigned by the Central District Administration Office. The authorized level of the position is Occupational Therapist IV. Applications are being accepted down to the Occupational Therapist III in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary

Salary Range: All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. Placement above the initial step will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, exceptional qualifications, availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval. Hawaii State Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.

Occupational Therapist III, SR-20: $5,962.00 - $6,720.00 per month

Occupational Therapist IV, SR-22: $6,296.00 - $7,177.00 per month

Examples of Duties

• Attends meetings for collaborative planning of educational programs or provision of services;
• Prepares information to teachers and other school personnel on preventive activities to help struggling learners; participates in whole school and/or student-specific screenings;
• Prepares reports, treatment plans and other materials;
• May supervise a small group of lower-level OTs and para-professionals;
• May assign schedules and review work of subordinates and provide guidance and assistance;
• May provide technical assistance to school and/or district staff (resource teachers, district educational specialists, principals, other specialized personnel, etc.);
• Provides advisory and consultative services and program information to parents, family members and volunteer personnel;
• Modifies and designs therapeutic equipment;
• Estimates equipment and therapy supplies, requisitions and maintains inventory of adequate supplies, equipment and materials for program operation;
• Provides fieldwork training experience for occupational therapy students;
• Independently prepares and plans an occupational therapy program that consists of an array of services;
• Attends school-focused team meetings to identify curricular expectations, current performance, other relevant information, and determine the areas in which information is needed for a particular student’s evaluation;
• Plans, selects and uses a variety of occupational therapy methods and measures to identify the student’s performance skills, patterns, contexts, activity demands and student factors in relation to the identified education-related areas;
• Analyzes and interprets results with the IEP team;
• Assists with the determination of goals and objectives, implements treatment plans and monitors progress.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Education Requirements: Applicants for all levels must be graduates from an occupational therapy education program approved at the time of graduation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). In addition, applicants must have successfully completed the field work requirements prescribed by the degree-awarding school.

Experience Requirements: Applicants must have progressively responsible work experience as described in the table below:

• Occupational Therapist III: 0 years
• Occupational Therapist IV: 1 year

Occupational Therapy Experience: Professional experience as an OT must have equipped the applicant with a fully professional understanding of the theories, prevention and treatment of disabilities by occupational therapy and their proper application by the use of activities appropriate to the patient’s physical and psychological condition and utilizing appropriate manual and other physical skills. For level IV, at least one year of experience must be comparable to the next lower level. Some positions at level IV may require evidence of ability to supervise others.

Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not alone prove qualification. The overall experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Certification & License:

• Applicants must have passed the NBCOT national certification examination and
• Applicants must be licensed with the State of Hawaii as an OT at time of appointment.

Driver's License: Some positions require a current, valid driver's license.

Lift/Carry: Some positions require the ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Supplemental Information

Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements: Applicants must meet all requirements for the position as of the date of application unless otherwise specified. Education and experience requirements may not be earned concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour weeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months at 20 hours/week equals six months. Hours over 40 per week are not credited.

Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application in one of the following ways: TA History Report, supervisor letter with TA details, or copies of signed SF-10 forms.

Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents. Documents submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on or after December 16, 2023. All documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.

Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent on funding and departmental needs. Temporary employees may apply for permanent opportunities and other temporary positions; benefits may apply similarly to permanent positions, with exceptions.

Equal Opportunity: The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with applicable laws. It also does not discriminate in employment for sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as other protected categories.

Payday: New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or the previous business day).

Benefits: 12-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of benefits, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and more. Benefits vary by employment appointment and bargaining agreements.

Education / Certification / Experience Verification Questions:

1. Education Requirement: Did you graduate from an ACOTE-approved OT education program and complete required field work? Note: Official transcripts must be submitted.
2. Certification Requirement: Did you pass the NBCOT exam? Note: If yes, submit a copy of your certificate.
3. License Requirement: Do you hold a current Hawaii OT license? Note: If yes, submit a copy of your license.
4. Experience: Please indicate your OT experience level (years).
5. Description of Experience: Provide details of your OT experience per employer/position.
6. Driver’s License: Are you willing to be considered for positions requiring a driver’s license?
7. Ability to Lift and Carry: Are you willing to be considered for positions requiring lifting up to 40 pounds?
8. Transcripts, Certifications, and Other Verifications: Official documents must be received within ten (10) calendar days of application. Options to submit are provided.