School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Entry/Full Performance)

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

Job summary

An educational institution in Hawaii is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant to assist with therapy assessments and provide educational interventions. Applicants must complete an accredited program and pass the NBCOT examination. The position offers a starting salary of $4,933 per month for entry level and $5,798 for full performance, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year

Health Insurance: State contributing toward premiums

Retirement Plan: State contributions toward retirement

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by ACOTE.
• Passing the national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Collect data on performance of independent living skills.
• Provide educationally relevant interventions.
• Document therapy notes and student progress.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Communication

Intervention Techniques

Education

ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Description

The authorized level of the position is School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full-Performance). Applications are being accepted down to the School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Entry Level) in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary Range

School Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Entry Level), HE08: $4933.00 per month

School Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full-Performance), HE10: $5798.00 per month

Examples of Duties

• As directed by the OT, contributes to the assessment process by collecting data on performance of independent living skills, behavior, sensorimotor skills, gross/fine motor coordination, case history and interview as directed by the OT.
• Administer standardized tests as assigned by the OT according to program standards.
• Assist the OT in the development of treatment program based on recommended goals made on initial/re-evaluation reports and/or the progress reports.
• Participate in discussions with the OT and/or IEP members on projected goals and objectives.
• Provide interventions that are educationally relevant and necessary to address the student’s ability to progress in the school environment.
• Provide feedback to the OT about student progress and supports needed to benefit from special education.
• Document therapy notes, quarterly and annual progress reports and keep accurate daily and monthly data according to program policies and procedures.
• Monitor on-going changes and implementation of tasks which may include appropriate use of orthopedic equipment, adaptive devices designed to maximize student performance and independence in the educational setting. Provide feedback to the OT about the student's response.
• Plan daily schedule according to assigned caseload.

In addition to the key duties and responsibilities, this position may be assigned to: assist OT in developing adaptations or equipment, passing on information and skills to other team members, and applying therapeutic interventions and/or activities and modifying as needed. Participate in educational programs, in-service training, program, director and other work-related meetings, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

Successful completion of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE); and successful completion of the required supervised field work.

Experience Requirement

None for Entry Level; One (1) year of work experience for the Full Performance Level as an Occupational Therapy Assistant which involved assisting the OT in the occupational therapy assessment process, providing verbal and written reports of observations of individuals, communicating results to OT and other multi-disciplinary members, contributing to a multi-disciplinary team for planning and programming purposes by developing individual goals and meeting the requirements and/or practice policies of the facility, providing interventions that are consistent with competency levels, modifying interventions upon the approval of the OT, and collecting data and documenting progress.

Certification & License Requirements

• Applicants must have passed a national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy;
• Applicants must possess a valid Occupational Therapist Assistant license issued by the State of Hawaii Board of Occupational Therapy at the time of appointment; and
• Applicant must possess a valid State of Hawaii Driver’s license, Class III.

Substitutions Allowed

The following may be substituted for all of the work experience required:

• Completion of all including clinical requirements for a bachelor’s degree or higher in occupational therapy from an ACOTE-approved program and successful completion of the national certification examination for OTs; or
• For foreign-trained applicants, a credential evaluation indicating completion of an equivalent education program in the United States.

Lift/Carry Requirement

This position requires the ability to lift/carry 15-40 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 the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Education and experience may not be gained concurrently unless specifically indicated. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Hours beyond 40 per week are not credited.

Temporary Assignment

Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below:

• A copy of the TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report;
• A signed letter from the supervisor with TA details; or
• Copies of signed SF-10 Forms.

Documents

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

Information about Temporary Positions

Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. A temporary employee may qualify for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent or other temporary positions after satisfactory completion of the initial probation period.

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, or disability, in accordance with applicable laws. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, or activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, or other protected statuses.

Payday

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

Benefits

• Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year; 14 in an election year.
• Vacation: 21 days per year for eligible bargaining units.
• Sick Leave: 21 days per year; unused credits may be used toward retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance: State contributing toward premiums for eligible employees.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Retirement Plan: State contributions toward retirement; eligibility criteria apply.

Education Requirement Questions

1. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Did you complete an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program with required supervised field work? Submit official transcripts.
2. FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Do you have at least 1 year of OTA work experience? Provide details if yes.
3. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Have you passed the NBCOT examination? Submit certificate if yes.
4. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT LICENSURE REQUIREMENT: Do you possess a Hawaii OTA license? Submit license copy if yes.
5. DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Do you have a valid driver’s license? Submit copy.
6. ABILITY TO LIFT/CARRY: Are you able to lift/carry 15-40 pounds?
7. SUBSTITUTION ALLOWED FOR FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL: Do you qualify via substitution options? Answer yes/no.
8. SUBSTITUTION FOR FOREIGN DEGREE: Do you have a degree from outside the U.S.? Provide credential evaluation if yes.
9. TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND DOCUMENTS: Official documents must be received within 10 days of application. Choose one: submit now, submit later, or already submitted.

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