School-Based Occupational Therapist: Empower Students

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Arizona is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to deliver therapy services to support students with disabilities. The successful candidate will utilize clinical skills for evaluations, develop educational plans, and communicate effectively with related teams. Must have a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid state license. This position involves collaboration, documentation, and possibly supervising staff, within a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited university with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Hold a current license from the Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Occupational Therapy services in the educational setting.
• Use standardized measures and clinical observation for evaluation.
• Write reports to describe assessment data.
• Communicate regularly with team members and parents.
• Supervise a COTA.
• Monitor implementation of educational programs.

Skills

Knowledge of disabling conditions

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Ability to assess functional performance

Ability to interpret assessment results

Effective communication skills

Consensus decision-making

Ability to plan intervention strategies

Ability to evaluate and document effectiveness

Facilitation of transition among agencies

Continuing education efforts

Knowledge of applicable statutes

Skill in maintaining effective working relations

Skill in using personal computers

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

A school district in Arizona is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to deliver therapy services to support students with disabilities. The successful candidate will utilize clinical skills for evaluations, develop educational plans, and communicate effectively with related teams. Must have a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid state license. This position involves collaboration, documentation, and possibly supervising staff, within a supportive educational environment.