Occupational Therapist

PowerSchool; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSchool in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver school-based therapy under general supervision. The role includes assessment, intervention planning and implementation, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support student participation in education.

You will supervise OTAs, prepare IEP goals, and contribute to professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in occupational therapy required.
• NBCOT certification and NC licensure required.
• Experience in pediatric or school settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen students to determine need for further evaluation.
• Evaluate student abilities and develop occupational profiles.
• Develop intervention plans and provide evidence-based therapy.
• Collaborate with OTAs and participate in team meetings.
• Develop IEP objectives and monitor progress.
• Maintain documentation and records in compliance.
• Supervise OT and OTA fieldwork students.
• Participate in professional development workshops.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Assessment

IEP development

Team collaboration

Supervision of OTAs

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification

NC licensure

Job description

The occupational therapist, under general supervision, performs intermediate level work with limited decision making providing occupational therapy services to students, including assessment, intervention planning and implementation, related documentation of services, and communication. This position is also responsible for supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs). Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Executive Director of Exceptional Children.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Grade MH 18/Therapist Schedule/ Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Executive Director of Exceptional Children or assigned department leadership

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the Occupational Therapy code of ethics and complies with established service standards
• Screen students to determine the need for further evaluation
• Evaluate the student's ability and formulate the student's occupational profile through a variety of sources which may include functional, behavioral, standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories and/or interviews
• Compile evaluation results into a comprehensive written report that reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment; develop intervention protocols and procedures
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrate findings, offer recommendations, and develop individualized education plans (IEPs) to achieve student goals
• Develop a plan of care and occupation-based intervention plans based on the student

needs and evaluation results

• Provide targeted, evidence-based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student

participation and occupational performance within the school environment. Collaborate with OTAs as needed

• Monitor student response to the intervention and modify strategies as needed to attain goals
• Develop appropriate classroom and home programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the student in the school/home environment
• Recommend termination of services when maximum benefit has been achieved
• Develop, maintain and organize service-related records as required for compliance
• Follow documentation timelines and procedures
• Develop and facilitate professional development for members of the educational team
• Supervise OT and OTA Level I/II fieldwork students
• Participate in professional development workshops and continuing education opportunities
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Complete local, state, and/or federally required documentation (e.g., documentation of services provided, documentation required for Medicaid reimbursement, etc.)
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Teacher Scale Y

Minimum Educational Requirements Masters

Term 10 Month

Additional Job Information

Education and Experience

• Minimum of master's degree in occupational therapy Individuals hired before 2004 with a bachelor's degree are grandfathered in
• Initial Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and satisfaction of current NC state legal licensure requirements per the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT) are required
• Experience in a pediatric work setting or school setting is preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.