Occupational Therapist

About the role

Converse County School District #1 is searching for an Occupational Therapist (OT) who is enthusiastic about all things education while improving the lives of our students. We are looking for a career-oriented team player who seeks a progressive school district that ensures all students succeed by "Working Together to Achieve Excellence".

Responsibilities

The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose of assessing students' functional physical development level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility, program development and student placement; and providing direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

• Assesses students' fine and visual motor skills, self-help skills, and functional abilities for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment, appropriate assistive devices and accommodations.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel, and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, making recommendations and/or coordinating occupational therapy services with those of other disciplines.
• Coordinates with others to identify structural issues, access, and participation for students with disabilities in school activities for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations, adapting/modifying their environment, and/or identifying appropriate assistive technology.
• Develops and administers occupational therapy procedures, assessments, interventions, activities, treatment plans, and/or educational materials for the purpose of achieving program objectives, testing, observation to quality, remediating students' motor skill deficits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Directs the work of assigned COTAs for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.
• Instructs students and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices and/or implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
• Interprets medical reports and test results related to occupational therapy for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains student IEP files and/or records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
• Performs site visits at multiple work sites including rural schools for the purpose of providing direct therapy interventions and assistance as required.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Provides direct occupational therapy service both in and out of class for the purpose of developing students daily living skills in compliance with established goals and objectives.
• Researches resources and methods for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information, education, and/or referral as appropriate including accessibility review of structures and school environment to promote FAPE.

Qualifications

Certification/License: WY Occupational Therapist State License. Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation. Education: WY Occupational Therapist State License.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Schedule, Variety of Insurance Benefit packages, Supporting a Collaborative Team Environment, Fostering Professional Development, Community Activities.

• Minimum Salary: Professional Category: D step 1: $67,800
• District covered life insurance plans
• Professional Learning Collaboration (PLC) process
• Community activities such as North Platte River, Glendo Reservoir, Laramie Peak, and Wyoming State Fair
• Location: 45 minutes from Casper, 3 hours from Denver Colorado
• Eastern Wyoming Community College provides educational opportunities for staff and students

Skills

Ability to work with students, teachers, parents, and other personnel, ability to provide guidance and direction to COTAs, ability to develop and administer occupational therapy procedures and materials.