School-Based OT Assistant: Boost Mobility & Skills

Dayton Area School Consortium; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Educational Service Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team at the Regional Center in Ohio. This full-time role supports licensed therapists by delivering therapeutic interventions and guiding students in mobility and daily living skills under supervision.

The position requires a valid OT/PT Assistant Board license and OS BoE Pupil Services credentials, along with strong communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Requires valid OT/PT Assistant Board license.
• Ohio OS BoE Pupil Services credentials required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and adapt activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed therapists in implementing therapeutic interventions per student service plans.
• Guide students in therapy regimens to improve mobility, strength, dexterity, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Conduct activity and environmental analyses to identify and address barriers to participation.
• Implement safety precautions and assist with sensory processing, equipment use, and classroom positioning.
• Document therapy progress, maintain records, and assist with reporting and in-service presentations.
• Support families and staff in understanding therapy services and objectives.
• Maintain and organize therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring a safe and clean workspace.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

OT/PT Assistant Board license

Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials

Job description

Montgomery County Educational Service Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team at the Regional Center in Ohio. This full-time role supports licensed therapists by delivering therapeutic interventions and guiding students in mobility and daily living skills under supervision.

The position requires a valid OT/PT Assistant Board license and OS BoE Pupil Services credentials, along with strong communication and organizational abilities.