Job Information
Greater Southern Tier BOCES OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST in Elmira, New York
LOCATION: GST BOCES REGION
Full-time (1.0 FTE), hours per day dependent upon location, 10-month school calendar position
Evaluates the degree of function and disability and completes and submits appropriate documentation to CSE, Administrative staff or principal.
Drafts appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting.
Evaluates and re-evaluates short-term objectives on a quarterly basis throughout the school year.
Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications.
Performs occupational therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician in accordance with state law.
Participates with other personnel in the formation of student's Individual Educational Program (IEP).
Instructs and participates in faculty in-service educational program.
Utilizes adaptive equipment, materials and seating in order to permit the student to function more independently in the school environment.
Carries out treatment program as identified through evaluation and IEP, and maintains appropriate and accurate documentation regarding assessment, planning and treatment outcome.
Instructs parents and school personnel with regard to follow-up of therapy goals.
Supervises occupational therapist assistant (OTA) and documents in accordance with state law.
Identifies assistive technologies that will enhance student's functional performance and provides required documentation for funding.
Develops and refines gross motor skills to improve functional activities.
Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment.
Carries out other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor/Director of Special Education and Itinerant Services.
Job Qualifications
NYS Registration/License as an Occupational Therapist;
- Recent experience with students with special needs is preferred.
Application Deadline:06/30/2024
Job Number: 81 SPE24