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WISH Job Summary - Occupational Therapist We seek a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our team for the 23/24 School Year! What will your day look like? Our Occupational Therapist enjoy professional autonomy but also benefit from the camaraderie of being considered part of the school community and the special education team. Your caseload may span our Elementary, Middle, and High School with students between the ages of 4 (Transitional Kindergarten) and 18 (High School Senior). What qualifies you for the position? Valid California Board of Occupational Therapy License One year of experience working as an Occupational Therapy in a TK-12 setting Willingness to travel to multiple school sites Flexibility to adjust to change that best supports students’ needs Required Documents Resume Two (2) References, preferably at least one from a previous school special education team member Duties include Implements therapeutic activities and instructs students, teachers, parents, and other involved adults to provide appropriate care and support students according to the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and goals. Collaborates with teachers, parents, and other personnel to develop plans for services and make recommendations. Collecting data or administering assessments regarding students' fine/visual motor functioning, praxis, sensory processing, and overall organization of behavior (after service competency has been demonstrated to the OTR supervisor) to determine their areas of need and develop recommendations. Attends professional development training to improve occupational therapy skills as required by the district and certifying bodies. Keeps log with OTR supervisor signatures to document OTR supervising as required by district special education procedures and occupational therapy rules and regulations. Prepares various written materials (e.g., draft evaluation findings, observations, proposed occupational therapy IEP goals, etc.) to document activities. Transports self between multiple sites within the district to provide educational occupational therapy to students. Maintains related logs and prepares reports. May attend/participate in IEP meetings Orders equipment, supplies, and assessment materials. Communicates with other professionals serving children on caseload. Assists in preparing in-services and training. Monitor the use of adaptive equipment and other assistive technologies. Screen, assess, and provide specialized Occupational Therapy services to students who qualify for services. Develop goals and recommendations for students with Occupational Therapy deficits. Develop Occupational Therapy lesson plans and directly implement virtual or in-person therapy for both individuals and small group services. Monitor student progress towards goals. Document and collect all data on all consultation sessions and maintain student records. Collaborate and participate in all IEP (Individual Education Plan) meetings, Student Study Team, and conferences as appropriate. Submit progress reports and provide accurate information to support IEP team recommendations. Collaborate with the IEP teaming the development of IEP components relating to Occupational Therapy services. Research new information on intervention/treatment techniques, methods, assessment materials, and available resources, and regularly communicate with staff and parents through consultation and collaboration. Maintain continuing education and licensure in Occupational Therapy. Attend virtual and in-person staff meetings and professional development as needed. Other duties as assigned. Job Type: Part-time License/Certification: COBT (Required) Occupational Therapy License (Please provide Proof) (Required) NBCOT (Required) Work Location: In person