Impactful School-Based Occupational Therapist

Young World Physical Education; Winnsboro (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield County School District in Winnsboro, South Carolina is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services within our district's special education program. The role focuses on helping students overcome barriers in occupational performance and supports IEP goals.

Responsibilities include evaluating students, planning therapy sessions, documenting progress, coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team, and training staff in adaptive techniques.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy required.
• Current, valid certification by the S.C. Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates referred students by assessing range of motion, strength, tone, sensory and fine motor skills.
• Administers standardized tests as appropriate.
• Communicates evaluation results to parents and teachers.
• Plans and provides occupational therapy treatment sessions based on evaluation findings and recommendations; trains students in the appropriate use of adaptive equipment.
• Prepares and submits accurate documentation including progress notes and IEP updates.
• Selects, orders and maintains adaptive equipment for individual student needs.
• Trains staff in appropriate intervention techniques.
• Maintains awareness and expertise in current professional research and best practices.

Skills

Assessment skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in occupational therapy

SC Board certification

Tools

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Fairfield County School District in Winnsboro, South Carolina is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services within our district's special education program. The role focuses on helping students overcome barriers in occupational performance and supports IEP goals.

Responsibilities include evaluating students, planning therapy sessions, documenting progress, coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team, and training staff in adaptive techniques.