About this opportunity
Shawnee Mission School District lists this Anticipated Occupational Therapist opportunity in shawnee, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Occupational Therapist
The occupational therapist is responsible for the implementation of occupational therapy services for identified students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned
Evaluation
Utilizes appropriate assessment tools to evaluate fine and gross motor skills for individual students
Recommends students for therapy services based on established criteria.
Writes appropriate IEP goals and objectives based on motor assessments.
Services
Provides direct motor therapy to students in individual or group settings.
Provides integrated motor therapy within the classroom environment.
Provides consultation to classroom teachers, nurses, paraprofessionals and IEP teams.
Provides training for staff regarding individual motor, physical and self-care needs of students.
Provides information to parents for home exercise programs.
Organization and Management
Sends physician referral letters to parents annually.
Physical therapy is implemented only following receipt of physician orders.
Keeps student IEPs and therapy records current and organized.
Establishes therapy schedule based on needs of students as reflected on IEPs.
Attends IEP meetings and team meetings throughout the year.
Holds IEP meetings for motor only students.
Completes required reports for Third Party Billing.
Completes written reports and follows procedural guidelines as set forth by Director and Special Education Coordinator.
Determines equipment needs and reports to the supervisor.
Uses a check-in, check-out system for transferring equipment within the District.
Professional Relations
Demonstrates sound professional judgement.
Maintains a positive attitude.
Interacts positively with other staff members.
Interacts positively with community and parents.
Meets assigned District and department responsibilities.
Works to complete department, District and Board of Education goals.
Professional Growth and Development
Completes required Continuing Education Units to maintain licensure.
Maintains professional growth and development.
Other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience (Required and Preferred)
Graduation, or anticipated graduation, from an accredited college or university.
Valid Kansas Licensure.
Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty 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.
Demonstrates ability to implement best practice teaching strategies and the motivation to set and achieve high performance levels.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public school education and the ability to apply them to the needs of the district.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with the students, staff, and community.
Knowledge and ability to utilize appropriate technology.
Ability to collaborate with team members to implement the district's strategic plan and engage in solution building.
Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and adherence to Board policy.
Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, with parents, patrons, staff and students.
Ability to effectively write detailed reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak in front of large and/or small groups.
Ability to read and interpret documents.
Bilingual communication skills preferred.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must have the ability to travel in personal or school district vehicle.
Must be flexible regarding scheduling, working conditions and location of work.
May require some physical exertion.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Must be able to occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments, with numerous interruptions.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Worksite address
shawnee, KS, 66203, US
Who can apply
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