Lead School-Based Occupational Therapist

Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to lead, develop and coordinate the district's OT program for students with disabilities. You will screen, evaluate and monitor students, develop individualized education programs, and provide targeted therapeutic interventions within the school setting.

You will collaborate with teachers, families and related services to support student participation in daily living activities and school activities, documenting

Qualifications

• State licensure in Occupational Therapy.
• NBCOT certification completed.
• Experience in educational/pediatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and coordination of the district's occupational therapy program.
• Screen, evaluate and monitor students to provide educational and therapeutic services.
• Collaborate with staff to review student strengths and needs and outcomes.
• Prepare written reports on student profiles, barriers and progress.
• Assist in Individualized Education Program development.
• Provide targeted, evidence-based therapeutic interventions in school settings.
• Assess need for assistive technology and recommend school use.
• Document services and maintain records per policy and law.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants as needed.
• Plan and conduct staff and parent education; pursue ongoing professional learning.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Evidence-based practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student-centered planning

Documentation & reports

FERPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

NBCOT Certification

Illinois State OT Licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to lead, develop and coordinate the district's OT program for students with disabilities. You will screen, evaluate and monitor students, develop individualized education programs, and provide targeted therapeutic interventions within the school setting.

You will collaborate with teachers, families and related services to support student participation in daily living activities and school activities, documenting