Occupational Therapy Assistant- Part Time Casual

The Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium; Ohio; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant for a Part-Time Casual position based in Hamilton County educational settings. Under the supervision of a licensed OT, the OTA will deliver both evaluation and reevaluation services to students and staff, aligning care with IEP/504 plans.

Responsibilities include direct/indirect therapy, data collection, progress reporting, and collaboration with the educational team to support student participation

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree in Applied Science or related field.
• Licensure: Valid driver's license, Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Experience: 1-2 years of work-related experience.
• Other: Able to provide own transportation to travel to various locations daily.

Responsibilities

• Assists and contributes to screenings and evaluations with information for the OT.
• Helps create measurable goals with the OT and IEP team.
• Collaborates with the OT to develop intervention plans within the school context to enhance participation.
• Provides direct and indirect occupational therapy services to students per IEP or 504 plans.
• Completes documentation and data collection for therapy services.
• Communicates progress and recommendations to students, families, and staff.
• Consults with OTs, teachers, paraeducators, PTs, SLPs, and other staff regarding student needs.
• Attends IEP meetings and other meetings to convey progress and gather information.
• Provides training to paraeducators on assigned tasks and participates in supervision as needed.

Education

Associate's degree in Applied Science or related field

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant- Part Time Casual JobID: 47000

• Position Type:
  Related Services
  
• Date Posted:
  11/6/2026
  
• Location:
  Hamilton County Educational Service Center
  

Position Opening Announcement

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Part-Time Casual

Position Description

Under the supervision of the licensed Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant will provide necessary services to students and employees based on their Plan of Care or Individualized Education Plan. The Assistant delivers occupational therapy services, including evaluation and re-evaluation, under the supervision of the licensed Occupational Therapist. They utilize research, data, and documentation to support clients in achieving their goals.

Qualifications

Employment in this position is contingent upon compliance with applicable pre-employment requirements, including the satisfactory completion of required criminal records checks and fingerprinting in accordance with Ohio Revised Code § 3319.39 and other applicable laws and HCESC policies.

Required

• Education: Associate's degree in Applied Science or a related field.
• Licensure: Valid driver's license, Occupational Therapy Assistant license
• Previous Work-Related Experience: 1-2 years
• Previous Supervisory Experience: None
• Other: Able to provide own transportation to travel to various locations on a daily basis

Preferred

• Certificates, Certifications, or Other Training: National Board of Occupational Therapy certification(Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)

Essential Job Functions

Treatment Planning & Implementation

• Assists and contributes to screenings and evaluations by providing information regarding students to the OT
• Contributes to creating measurable goals with the OT and IEP team
• Collaborates with the OT to develop intervention plans and develop interventions in students' school context and routine to enhance participation in their educational program
• Provides direct and indirect occupational therapy services to students in accordance with IEP or 504 plans
• Completes documentation, including data collection, on therapy services (e.g., contact notes, progress reports, updated IEPs, Medicaid billing)
• Communicates information regarding student progress and suggested recommendations to appropriate individuals (e.g., students, families, educational staff, administrators)
• Consults with OTs, teachers, paraeducators, PTs, SLPs, and other members of the educational team regarding student needs
• Attends meetings (e.g., IEP meetings, parent–teacher conferences, team meetings) for the purpose of conveying and obtaining information regarding student progress (all decisions must be made by the OT)
• Provides training to paraeducators regarding specifically assigned tasks
• Participates in supervisory activities with the OT, advocating for more supervision when needed

Participates in and, when appropriate, facilitates education and training through in-service sessions for school personnel.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND ADA STATEMENT

The Hamilton County Educational Service Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and endeavors to provide the highest quality service through employing professionals selected for their competence and expertise. The Governing Board of Hamilton County Educational Service Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes"), or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.