Occupational Therapist

JOB TITLE

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

REPORTS TO

DIRECTOR OF DIVERSE LEARNING

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

CLASSIFIED SALARY (LEVEL 2)

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

186 DAYS

EXEMPT STATUS

EXEMPT

JOB CLASS CODE

7291

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

CLASSIFIED PROFESSIONAL

DATE APPROVED

4/15/2025

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:

Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university

Valid Occupational Therapy license by the state of Kentucky

Occupational Therapy National Board Certification

POSITION SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapist will identify and evaluate children who may need special education services, meet with appropriate committees, and assist in making appropriate educational recommendations, while serving with the psychologists, the educational evaluator and other staff as support personnel to the special education and regular education teachers.

DISTRICT AND SCHOOL PRIORITY ALIGNMENT

Align actions with district and school values and core priorities.

Evaluated based on the efficacy of aligned actions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and evaluate the occupational therapy program, procedures and assessment so that it supports the core priorities of Nelson County Schools.

Assist with the screening and referral process for students who are experiencing difficulty in the classroom.

Prepare, implement and evaluate individual students in accordance with district policies and OT guidelines.

Provide assessments for referred individuals, which may include developmental level, sensorimotor, neuromuscular, fine motor,
perceptual motor, self-help, and pre-vocational skills.

Attend ARC meetings as required.

Co-creates with special education staff and students to establish a student gift showcase.

Provide annual reports, service logs and maintenance of appropriate records.

Assist the special education teacher in developing the IEP which will also act as the treatment plan.

Provide activity suggestions and modifications for the classroom and the home, when appropriate.

Provide therapy services as outlined in students’ Individual Education Plans

Monitor, order and evaluate equipment needs.

Supervise and coordinate the strategies, modifications and assistive technology devices recommended for individual students to the assigned staff; provide overall supervision of the occupational therapy program at assigned schools.

Train school personnel on use of assistive technology devices/therapeutic equipment as necessary; maintain equipment in proper working condition.

Determine, recommend, and oversee equipment and architectural/environmental modifications which will allow the student to function more independently.

Provides consultation and training to school personnel and families as outlined in the IEP.

Remain current and updated on school related occupational therapy practice through appropriate training.

Continue professional growth ECU as mandated yearly by KOTB.

Maintain confidentiality of students and/or staff.

Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.

Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.

Maintain appropriate professional appearance.

Adhere to the appropriate code of ethics.

Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Principles and techniques of occupational therapy.

Laws and regulations concerning medical records and therapeutic services.

Neurology, anatomy, neuroanatomy and physiology.

Crafts including materials and equipment required, analysis of physical requirements, analysis of exercise or other contributions as treatment for special disabilities, contraindications for use as treatment for specific disabilities or when other conditions exist.

Methods, materials, and equipment used to alter existing or fabricate specialized equipment.

Safety precautions including hazards associated with a student's specific activities.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Health and safety regulations.

Principles of training and supervising staff.

Provide occupational therapy to eligible individuals.

Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Maintain current knowledge of related technological advances and other matters.

Meet schedules and timelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking

Communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing

Use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations

Bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights, up to 30 pounds.