Occupational Therapist at Palo Alto Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
Qualifications: Education, Experience & Training: Possess and maintain certification with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board (AOTCB) ; B.A. or B.S. from an accredited school, as well as experience and/or training which meets or exceeds the skills and abilities described in this classification; Strong background in sensory integration therapy and application in the treatment of autism, PDD and associated regulatory disorders. SCSIPTS Certification preferred; Possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license; Responsibilities: Under general supervision, provide occupational therapy services to special need students exhibiting learning disabilities, such as developmental delays, behavior disorders, perceptual motor/visual motor difficulties, gross and fine motor delays, or any other associated disorders interfering with a student’s ability to benefit from his/her education program. Therapy may be provided on a direct, consultative or monitoring basis. Specific Duties Include: • Administer complete educationally related assessment and reassessments including observations, record review, standardized/non-standardized testing in areas of suspected disability. Interpret results, provide a comprehensive written report and present findings at IEP meetings; • Formulate and implement an individual treatment plan as it relates to the assessment, educational implication and IEP Goals and objectives; • Chart daily notes related to therapy activities and student’s responses; • Adapt environment, equipment, materials and activities according to the needs of the student; • Communicate and collaborate with other staff and family members as a means of effectively infusing therapy activities in home and school as to optimize the overall program and progress of the student; • Conduct in-services and other training programs for both school staff and parents as to the role and scope of Occupational Therapy in the intervention progr
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