Therapist, Cert Occup Asst

Hillsborough County Public Schools

Brandon (FL)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A public school district in Florida seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support students with rehabilitation needs. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans under supervision, guiding students in self-care, and documenting progress. Ideal candidates will have relevant certification and effective communication skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in various school settings.

Qualifications

Must be certified as a Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Demonstrated ability to manage patient interactions effectively.
Experience with behavioral modification techniques.

Responsibilities

Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans.
Observe and record patient progress and reactions.
Guide clients in self-care techniques.

Skills

Patient rehabilitation techniques

Effective communication

Behavioral modification

Task organization

Education

Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Therapy equipment

Standardized testing materials

Job description

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Summary

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant performs skilled technical work in the use of physical and mental activities designed to habilitate or rehabilitate physically or psychologically disabled patients. The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides occupational treatment to the patients, using standardized procedures, under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist. Performance is evaluated by observation, results obtained, and review of reports.

Positions available at various schools. Please email Sarah Black at Sarah.Black@hcps.net or call 813-837-7840 with any questions or further information.

District expectations

Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

Observes, records, and reports to supervisor the condition, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
Acts as an assistant to the occupational therapist, and carries out assigned duties as delegated.
Plans occupational therapy activities previously designed to assist individual client to regain or maintain physical and psychological function and to assist client adjustment to disability.
Tests client’s abilities by conducting assigned standardized tests or evaluations, and by recording results in order to convey information for evaluation purposes.
Guides and encourages client to develop higher level or maturation by arranging activities typical of normal development continuum, and by adding behavioral modification.
Guides and modifies behavior of client demonstrating psychological dysfunction by participating in interpersonal social group sessions, providing task- or work-oriented group activities, and by suggesting client activities outside institutional setting.
Instructs clients in methods of self-care, housekeeping, and childcare tasks by demonstrating such tasks as grooming, feeding, dressing, cooking, or cleaning, using principles of work simplification, substitute motions, and assistive devices.
Trains clients on prevocational basis by evaluating work potential, such as work habits, work skills, work tolerance levels, teaching skills, and supervising practice to prepare for vocational training to enhance client employability in sheltered setting.
Reports client responses to supervisor; documents evaluation, implementation, and integration of treatment or training and client progress by writing and distributing reports, or by reporting verbally to promote communication, to evaluate progress, and to maintain legal and financial records.
Trains parents and school personnel on implementation of therapy.
Supports several sites, requiring travel between sites, as needed.
Orders materials/equipment; maintains inventory as necessary.
Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other Information

Customer Service: Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or challenging customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.

Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making process. Makes timely decisions.

Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.

All applicants must have an "ACTIVE" application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

Other notes

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