Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Category:
Certified Support
Job Function:
Certified Support Staff
Department:
Exceptional Children - SLP/OT/PT
Summary
Works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to facilitate the development of fine motor and self help skills for students receiving occupational therapy services.
Essential Duties
- Provides therapy per IEPs under the direction of the OTR/L
- Collects data on therapy progress and, in consultation with OTR/L completes progress reports according to IEP
- Adjusts or modifies therapy plan based on therapy data
- Reviews plans and schedules with the OTR/L on a regular basis
- Consults, as appropriate, with the building principal or OTR or other appropriate management before initiating any procedures or changes not previously approved
- Communicates with school staff regarding students as appropriate
- Provides occupational therapy services on interim basis for OTR/L on leave or vacant OTR positions
- Completes all local, state, and federal reports as assigned
- Documents services for Medicaid billing
- Attends District-wide staff meetings and trainings
- Follows the policies, rules, and procedures as appropriate to which regular OTR/L are subject
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Required Education
Associate’s Degree from an accredited COTA program at a technical or community college, college, or university
Certification/Licensure
Must hold current licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant by the State of Georgia
Experience Qualifications
Two (2) years of clinical or school-based pediatric experience is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare
- Demonstrated ability to manage classroom environment
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Demonstrated ability to work with personal and confidential information
- Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
- Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Working Conditions
- Classroom environment
Physical Demands
- Routine physical activity associated with classroom environment
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Posting ID:
29678
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta