Occupational Therapist - 26/27 School Year

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - 1.0 FTE

Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

Salary: Per KEA Salary Schedule
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off is offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kelso Education Association found HERE

Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Organize and conduct an identification program for occupational therapy services by utilizing appropriate evaluation criteria, materials, procedures and recordkeeping
 
Consult with parents, staff and administration regarding student needs
 
Select and employ appropriate diagnostic procedures and develop guidelines for a comprehensive program
 
Prepare IEP goals and objectives and maintain progress data to meet the individual needs of students receiving direct services from the occupational therapist
 
Understand and comply with current legislation on children with disabilities
 
Complete all required reports and records in a timely and accurate manner
 
Provide supervision to certified occupational therapy assistants as per ethical and state guidelines
 
Provide occupational therapy services in classroom and individual settings
 
Provide supervision to District motor team assistant as per ethical and state guidelines
 
Consult with school staff on appropriate practices for students with disabilities
 
Function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and as a member of a team providing motor services to students with disabilities
 
Follow Code of Ethics and maintain a high standard of professional behavior
 
Understand and follow adopted District policies/procedures regarding students with disabilities
 
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
 
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess or be eligible for Washington State E.S.A. Occupational Therapist Certificate
 
Must possess state licensure as an occupational therapist
 
Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures
 
Must have experience in identifying students with exceptional needs
 
Demonstrated ability to maintain individual case records according to law
 
Demonstrated ability to work directly with Special Education personnel, parents and school staff when developing individual educational programs for students with disabilities
 
Demonstrated ability to conduct appropriate testing, diagnosis and evaluation activities of students with disabilities
 
Demonstrated knowledge of child development
 
Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students
 
Successful therapy experience in educational setting preferred

Willingness to participate in professional development activities designed to upgrade professional skills
 
Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and evaluate students
 
Physically capable of conducting therapy
 
Demonstrated ability to coordinate activities between health care and occupational therapy personnel
 
Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel between buildings
 
Knowledge of state and federal legislation for disabilities (WAC 392-172A, IDEA ’04, Section 504, etc)


OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned
 
REPORTS TO:
Special Education Director
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Per negotiated agreement between the Kelso School district and the Kelso Education Association
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online at www.kelso.wednet.edu

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy.  Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. 
The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; holly.budge@kelsosd.org, 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; gunnar.guttormsen@kelsosd.org, 360.501.1905 
For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; melissa.boudreau@kelsosd.org, 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; mara.rinker@kelsosd.org, 360-501-1800.
 
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