Occupational Therapist at The Trellis School

Qualifications

• Possession of a Master’s degree in the field of Occupational Therapy.
• Eligible for license (or limited license if applicable) in Occupational Therapy from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• Experience working with children with autism is preferred.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills.
• Minimum of 6-months full time field experience.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of special education.
• Knowledge of assistive technology preferred.

Requirements

• Must be able to speak and read English.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Windows programs including, but not limited to Word and Excel.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Trellis Services web-based systems/programs.

Skills

• Must have the ability to work independently.
• Planning/organizing - the individual is detail-oriented, prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently; takes initiative to complete tasks without being urged to complete projects and/or work.
• Adaptability - the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Multi-tasking - the individual is able to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Quality control - the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to improve performance.
• Dependability - the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Communication skills - the individual is comfortable and open to having conversations about areas of strength and areas for improvement; being solutions-focused, positive, reflective, and respectfully transparent with teachers, school leaders, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Professional growth - the individual must participate in school based professional development training, complete annual trainings as required by the organization and regulatory bodies, attend external trainings/courses to maintain licensure.
• Safety and security - the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

Benefits

Trellis Services/Learn Behavioral Offers Competitive Compensation And 401K Benefits. Trellis Services/Learn Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be presently eligible to work in the United States.