Certified OT Assistant - part time

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

I. Job Objectives

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists in the delivery of coordinated, comprehensive occupational therapy services for students with disabilities. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will provide services necessary to fulfill the student’s individual goals and objectives under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist.

II. Responsibilities

Program A. To design and implement goal-oriented treatment programs and design treatment activities when indicated for individuals and/or groups. B. To document student progress throughout the course of treatment and document these findings within progress reports. C. To provide behavioral management intervention according to agency policy. D. To provide consultation services to other professionals/families/agencies working on combined goals. E. To participate in inservice training and dissemination of information in the area of occupational therapy to the school staff, families, and LEAs. F. To participate in transition planning for students.

Administration A. Maintain work schedule and treatment schedule. B. Assume responsibility for accurate and timely progress monitoring. C. Accurate and timely submission of documentation. D. Accurately maintain student records. E. Actively participate in scheduled staff meetings including full staff, professional, development and supervision.

Accountability

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant shall be supervised by a registered Occupational Therapist and be directly responsible to the Director of Special Education.

IV. Job Requirements/Qualifications

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will have completed the required educational and professional training and will be certified by NBCOT, as well as hold an OTA license in the state of Rhode Island. Prior experience in pediatric setting is preferred.

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant should have strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with student(s), families, and professional team. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant should possess the strength, endurance and coordination necessary for a physically challenging job. Individuals should have the ability to transfer students or the ability to instruct and supervise transfers with available aides.