OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
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Position Type: Student Support Services/Occupational TherapistDate Posted: 6/12/2024Location: Central OfficeDate Available: FY 24-25SCHOOL DISTRICT 170 CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS TITLE: Occupational Therapy Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association and licensed with the State of Illinois Department of Registration and Education. JOB SUMMARY: To implement therapy programs, as directed by the Occupational Therapist to district students. REPORTS TO: Principal(s), Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Special Services, and other administrative personnel. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Teachers' Contract. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Consult with Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Special Services and Principals and the Lead Occupational Therapist. 2. Assist the Occupational Therapist in conducting evaluations. 3. Carry out specific programs for individual students as recommended by the Occupational Therapist. 4. Inform educational personnel of treatment plan and goals to insure carry-over in the classroom. 5. Keep appropriate records of students progress. 6. Ability to physically manage students weighing from approximately 50 to 150 pounds assistance, when needed. 7. Assist direct administrative staff with compiling, purchasing and setting up equipment for O.T./P.T. room. 8. Lift and relocate children/equipment as needed. 9. Assist with self-help and self-care skills. 10. Sanitize materials/equipment in accordance with board policy. 11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Special Services.VMS:sg 7/98