Overview: The awarded agency is responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive school health services program. The Occupational Therapist will play a vital role in planning, implementing, and evaluating therapy programs designed to support exceptional education students. The role also involves collaboration with school staff, parents, and community resources to enhance the overall educational experience for students with unique needs.
Responsibilities: 1. Planning: - Design occupational therapy programs aligned with the district's educational philosophy and goals.
- Pursue professional development through workshops, educational meetings, professional literature, and collaboration with district staff.
- Collaborate with ESE teachers and ancillary personnel to plan and develop program initiatives.
2. Programming: - ssess strengths and weaknesses of referred exceptional education students.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individual educational and care plans based on student needs.
- Use appropriate assessment tools to determine therapy requirements.
- Deliver specialized therapy through individual and group sessions targeting educational, social, and emotional needs.
- Support projects and programs that enhance students' educational experience.
- Coordinate schedules to accommodate exceptional students' needs.
- Liaise with community resources and agencies for additional support.
- Provide home-based strategies to parents and follow-up techniques to teachers.
- Participate in student evaluation teams, screenings, and staff meetings.
3. Public Relations: - Collaborate with school staff to ensure seamless integration of ESE services.
- Conduct in-service programs to educate teachers about occupational therapy goals and objectives.
- Offer instructional strategies for exceptional students within classroom settings.
- Share program details with community groups and parents as needed.
4. Reporting: - Maintain comprehensive evaluation records in student files.
- Submit schedules and progress reports to supervisors, school personnel, physicians, and parents.
- Complete local, state, federal, and educational reports as required.
- Refer students for further evaluation or services when needed.
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree.
- Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in Florida by the Board of Medical Examiners.
Desired Qualifications: - Graduate-level education beyond a bachelor's degree.
- Experience in a similar role.
- Expertise in pediatric therapy.