Certified Occupational Therapist - Normann Staffing

Job:  Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Location:  Ellenville, NY
Pay:  $21.96 - $33.27/ hour BOE
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Under supervision of Licensed Occupational Therapist:
• Provide direct therapy to students.
• Participates in instructional lunch program
• Consult to/communicate with staff regarding students' OT programs on weekly basis.
• Prepare and maintain weekly log notes.
• Assist in the formal/informal annual assessments of designated students on caseload, if necessary.
• Collaborate with OTR on writing quarterly updates of goals and objectives and annual review reports.
• Collaborate with OTR on writing annual progress reports.
• Collaborate with OTR on writing annual IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in the formulation of sensory diets and strategies and in-service staff as necessary.
• Communicate regularly with caregivers through homebooks, phone conversations, and parent visits.
• Prepare, participate and present at parent conferences.
• Meet at regular intervals with clinical supervisor.
• Attend required meetings.
• Communicate with caregivers through homebooks, phone conversations, and parent visits as needed basis.
• Utilize appropriate behavioral management techniques and follow students’ behavior plans.
• Demonstrates familiarity with and adheres to State and Federal regulations and policies (i.e. SED, Medicaid, Office of Children and Families).
• Adhere to policies in the Staff Handbook and Human Resources Manual and other handbooks pertinent to the functioning of your job.

• Maintain a safe working environment. Comply and assist with COVID19 policies and procedures including cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces and equipment

• Complete designated follow-ups.
• Conduct oneself according to the professional requirements of New York State certification board for OTA's.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Complete any additional required paperwork.
• Participate in the evaluation of need for referral to outside agencies with other team members.
• Participate in the clinical supervision of college interns.
• Meet with support staff as needed.
• Attend and contribute to inservice workshops.
• Contribute to the productive functioning of the school.
• Assist in the ordering of therapeutic materials and supplies

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy and New York State Certification for Occupational Therapy Assistant.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrates good general intelligence.  Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Establishes and maintains constructive relationships with students, co-workers, families, and community. Maintains a neat physical appearance.  Communicates effectively.  Functions as a positive role model.