(SY 24-25) Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant GENERAL INFORMATIONTitle: (SY 23-24) Certified Occupational TherapistDepartment: Hutcherson Early Learning CenterSalary Grade: Administrative pay Schedule 5Site/Location: Hutcherson Early Learning CenterReports to: Building Administrator Date: 05-31-2024POSITION SUMMARYPlan and provide therapy to students with developmental and physical disabilities. . Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental functioning, increase independent functioning, and/or adjust to disabilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assess students' level of functioning and need for occupational therapy.Develop an Individual Education Program for each student and participate in IEP meetings with multi-disciplinary team members as well as parents. Implements therapy programs to meet IEP goals.Teaches parents,, teachers or assistants and other appropriate personnel to implement fine motor activities as prescribed by the occupational therapist. Collects and records data on therapy programs.Monitors therapy programs using observations, data and/or pre-post testing.Manages student behavior during therapy.Works cooperatively and communicates appropriately with teaching and support staff.Develops and adheres to a daily schedule. Works with team members to order appropriate materials and equipment; uses and maintains that equipment.Monitors and reports student performance and progress.Communication
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Professional Growth and Development
Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, professional learning communities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Attend and participate in faculty meetings, serve on staff committees, Professional Learning Communities, and participate in student/parental involvement activities as required.Maintains confidentiality.Completes other duties as assigned.LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIESPersonal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Must possess a Virginia Board of Medicine license as an occupational therapist. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational therapy.
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- Supervise occupational therapy assistant(s).
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.AAP/EEO STATEMENTLCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.JOB STATUS:OPEN SALARY:Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: START DATE:(2024-2025)