Occupational Therapist

Job Summary MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning is provided for students identified with or suspected of having disabilities that interfere with their ability to perform daily life activities or participate in necessary or desired occupations as related to their school environment and related school activities; Evaluate the student's ability and formulate the student's occupational profile through a variety of functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories, and interviews; Synthesizes evaluation results into a comprehensive written report which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment; direct program development; and guides evidence-based intervention. Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrate findings with other disciplines, offer recommendations, and develop individual education plans and intervention plans to achieve IEP goals. Coordinate with the IEP team for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific students and attend IEP meetings when held during non-student OT service hours. Provides targeted, evidence-based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation and occupational performance within the school environment. Documents occupational therapy services to ensure accountability of service provision and to meet standards for reimbursement of services as appropriate. Maintains clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy. Requirements / Qualifications

Created: 2026-03-04