Occupational Therapist (25-26 School Year)

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This position is for the 2025-2026 school year. We accept all previous years employed as certified Occupational Therapist as steps on the salary schedule. The Fort Osage School District prioritizes a highly competitive salary schedule, with additional benefits including optional fully paid health insurance, extra duty stipend opportunities and more.

Reports to Executive Director of Student Support Services.

For questions or to learn more, reach out to Dr. Leigh Gruber, Executive Director of Student Support Services ...) or to the Human Resources Department ...).

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose Statement

The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose/s of assessing student's functional motor development level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility, program development and student placement; and providing direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

This job reports to the Director - Student Support Services

Essential Functions

• Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities for the purpose of achieving school based program objectives.
• Administers and assists in the assessment of student's fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordinations, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment, appropriate assistive devices and/or school services.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established District, state and federal guidelines.
• Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of remediating student's motor skill deficits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Directs and consults with assigned COTAs for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.
• Identifies structural issues for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations and/or identifying appropriate assistive technology.
• Interprets medical reports for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains confidential and non confidential files and/or records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and trainings (e.g. IEPs, team meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
• Performs site visits at multiple work sites including home visits for the purpose of providing direct and indirect therapy interventions and assistance as required.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. activity logs, data collection, correspondence, memos, treatment plans, Medicaid billings, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Researches resources and methods for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' goals.
• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or referrals.
• Trains students and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices and/or implementing plans for remediation of limitations.
• Transports supplies and equipment to a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating equipment used in occupational therapy strategies; operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software; presentation and training skills; data collection and analysis; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; abnormal development and medical diagnoses related to special education; current OT treatment interventions; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; concepts of grammar and punctuality.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data; working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 30% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Clearances

Criminal Background Check

Family Care Registry

FLSA Status

Exempt