JOB CHARACTERISTICS:
Under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist, the COTA will help provide on-site occupational therapy services to eligible students to facilitate their ability to function in the educational setting. These services may include assessment, training and assistance with program development and implementation, data collection, consultation, accessing adaptive materials and attendance at IFSP/IEP meetings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assists occupational therapist with assessing students’ level of functioning and need for therapy.
2. Assists the occupational therapist in writing goals and in the development and implementation of occupational therapy programs.
3. Collects and records data on therapy programs.
4. Maintains on-going communication with the occupational therapist regarding student programs, status of therapy equipment and effectiveness of occupational therapy programs.
5. Assists occupational therapist in design, modification, construction and procurement of adaptive equipment.
6. Maintains regular schedule, attends required IFSP/IEP meetings, completes Medicaid billing forms, and writes progress notes.
7. Manages student behavior during therapy.
8. Makes home visits as necessary.
9. Respects confidential information.
10. Maintains regular attendance in order to preserve the continuity of service delivery for the program.
11. Meets standards for competent and ethical performance as outlined in
OAR 584-020-0035.
12. Performs duties in a manner reasonably expected and generally recognized by the profession.
13. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the occupational therapist, program administrator and superintendent.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
2. Meets licensing requirements as set forth by the Occupational Therapy Licensing Board, State of Oregon.
3. Understands special education services.
4. Experience with children is desirable.
5. Ability to work harmoniously and communicate with other agencies, parents and staff members.
6. The ability to organize self and fulfill daily needs of the program.
7. Holds a valid Oregon driver's license, automobile insurance and provide own transportation.
8. Holds a current first aid card.
9. Ability to deal with staff, students, and the public in an effective manner and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
10. Ability to respect confidential information.
EDUCATION:
Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may work in regular or special education settings and/or in community settings with students in small or large groups or 1-to-1 and may be required to travel on the job.
The employee may work beyond an eight-hour day or a five-day work week attending meetings, conferences, and school activities. The employee needs to be competent in conflict resolution. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in confrontational and emotional situations involving staff, students, parents and patrons. Confidentiality is a top priority for the person in this position.
The employee at times works under varied workloads and inflexible deadlines. Problems may arise which require immediate attention setting up conflicting priorities. Sound judgment is required to effectively prioritize these demands.
Responsibilities require the employee to be able to stand up to 30 consecutive minutes and to move rapidly to intervene in situations where a student's safety is being jeopardized. Outdoor supervision may be required during inclement weather.
The employee must be able to lift materials, boxes or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. The employee may need to participate with others in lifting/moving equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. The employee needs to be able to participate with one other employee in lifting students weighing up to 120 pounds, if the student's protocol permits. All lifting and transferring of students should be done in accordance with approved protocols.
The employee may come in contact with biohazards such as human waste, saliva, and blood, and should take appropriate protective precautions. The employee may be required to provide intimate hygiene care to students, and may be required to accompany the student into restrooms and locker rooms.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: CLASSIFIED POSITION
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or disabilities.
First consideration for this position will be given to members of the OSEA #119 bargaining association.
Salary: $23.97 to $25.44 hour
All applicants must pass a fingerprint-based criminal history investigation.
South Coast ESD is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal and state statutes which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, handicap or marital status.
Organization:
South Coast ESD
