Provide high quality, direct occupational therapy services to assigned students in accordance with the student’s mandated IEP and service goals
Conduct screenings and formal and informal evaluations of all students’ occupational therapy needs using documented best practices
Write evaluation reports, progress notes, and individualized education plans
Log all student interactions within the EMS platform including detailed therapy notes that follow Medicaid guidelines
Serve as an IEP team member by attending meetings and submitting paperwork as needed to maintain compliance with federal, state and school guidelines
Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with occupational therapy needs as well as school special education staff to ensure that their IEP goals are being met
Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with occupational therapy needs and potential learning issues
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the company’s Education Management System and special education software
Requirements
Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE accredited institution
NBCOT Certification
Valid Board and/or Department of Education License for Occupational Therapy for your state of residence and the state you will be assigned to work in
Ability to obtain and maintain multiple required state certifications and clearances as assigned
2+ years' experience in K-12 school setting
Strong technology skills
High degree of flexibility and ability to work independently
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Flexibility in work hours (but they must be during school hours – from 8 am to 8 pm)
Benefits
Sign-on bonus of $2,000, payable in two equal installments of $1,000 each
Flexible work environment including work from home