Occupational Therapist- Part-Time

General Purpose

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Student Services, the Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapist functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team whose purpose is to assist in the provision of an appropriate educational program for students with disabilities.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Affirmative action statement: Supports and demonstrates core values of Stafford Schools.
• Participates in program development for students with physical disabilities in the system.
• Assists in program planning when students receiving therapy move from one school or program to another.
• Provides effective consultation to teachers: provides information concerning the students' special needs and the intervention plan, programs for generalization of newly learned skills into the classroom, allows the shaping away of services as the teacher becomes more proficient in meeting the students' needs in the classroom, and allows other related service personnel to allow for a coordinated multidisciplinary approach.
• Provides effective consultation to administrators: makes aware of treatment plan and updates progress, if necessary, secures teacher cooperation in meeting students' objectives and goals through appropriate administrative channels, helps determine which students should be referred for special education services, advises concerning appropriate strategies for students not found eligible for special education services, and collaborates with administrators when special problems arise.
• Maintains an effective system of monitoring student progress and informs appropriate persons of such progress.
• Maintains documentation of physical changes in students receiving services as well as keeps all written records by following guidelines for appropriate paperwork.
• Maintains a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
• Maintains a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serves as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Works in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Complies with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Education and Experience

• Occupational Therapist: Hold a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university. Must possess a valid licensure to meet state requirements as set forth by the Virginia Board of Medicine. Annual registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association is recommended. Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge: Medical, surgical, and/or pediatric information and indications for occupational therapy services. Neurophysiology relating to neuro-developmental and sensorimotor dysfunction.
• Skills: Use of tests and measurements for assessing physical function. Implement programs to facilitate fine motor, self-help, and restoration of physical function or sensory/perceptual skills in the school environment. Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals. Organize and perform work independently. Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects. Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work environment is primarily inside, with moderate noise, temperatures that are controlled, and no exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements.
• The work is moderate work, requiring exertion of up to 50 pounds of force to move or lift objects.
• The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: standing for prolonged periods; sitting for prolonged periods; operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment; moving the hands, wrists, or fingers repetitively; moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively; feeling, grasping, or holding objections by hand; identifying colors visually; identifying objects in low light or distant conditions; communicating via spoken language; communicating via written language; perceiving sounds; making decisions using logic and rational thinking.