Occupational Therapist

Full-time

Description

Position at SESI Schools

About Us

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides specialized education programming for K-12 students who require additional educational and positive behavioral supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting.

We believe that all children deserve an education that goes beyond academics and enables them to realize their full potential and grow into responsible, self-sufficient adults.

SESI operates over 50 AdvancED / Cognia accredited Special Education schools and 80+ in-district classrooms nationwide. Our certified teachers and staff provide individualized academic and behavioral interventions with an innovative learning approach, personalized attention, and all the necessary support services students need to overcome barriers to education.

Our purpose drives our performance, and we are looking for individuals who want to make an impact.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will :

  • Successful completion and graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program recognized by NBCOT and completion of all fieldwork requirements
  • 1-3 years of experience as an occupational therapist in a school setting with elementary and middle school-aged children.
  • Certification as an occupational therapist by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
  • Current California license as a certified occupational therapist.
  • Demonstrate an advanced understanding of strategies for students with autism, sensory processing disorder, specific learning disabilities, executive function, and self-regulation challenges.
  • Have excellent time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

  • Knowledge of occupational therapy theories, models of practice, principles, and evidence-based practice
  • Preferred knowledge in Sensory Integration theory and practices
  • Knowledge of human development throughout the life span
  • Ability to analyze tasks relative to areas of occupation, performance skills, activity demands, contexts, and student factors to implement the intervention plan
  • Ability to recognize occupational performance deficits in the areas of personal care, student role / interactive skills, processing skills, play, community integration, and written communication
  • Skill in gathering screening and evaluation data, completing checklists, histories, and parent interviews
  • Ability to select, adapt, and sequence relevant occupations and purposeful activities that support intervention goals
  • Ability to maintain safe environments, equipment, and materials
  • Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and progress notes
  • Willingness to be educated and trained for specific program implementation
  • Ability to positively interact and collaborate in a team environment
  • Complete thorough evaluation, including muscle tone, range of motion / mobility,, movement analysis, perceptive / fine motor skills, sensory-motor processing, attention, self-regulation, and functional activities of daily living.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Assess each new student and evaluate OT needs
  • Monitor therapy programs and consult with educational staff regarding the inclusion of appropriate occupational therapy treatment strategies into the educational program.
  • Educate and demonstrate (verbally or written) therapy techniques to teachers and parents that can be incorporated into the classroom / home.
  • Consult on IEPs and provided required documentation of students’ needs and supports.
  • Attend staff meetings, in-service training, and continuing education courses as appropriate or required.
  • Responsible for timely documentation of evaluation results, progress reports, discharge reports, daily notes, service tracker notes.
  • Monitor and manage the handwriting and keyboarding curriculum and train staff / parents in any applicable techniques.
  • Work together with behavioral support staff to assist students’ in crisis.
  • Assist with admission interviews as needed
  • Provide group therapy interventions for K-12th grade classes.
  • Assess and evaluate all students’ needs for individual or small group OT sessions.
  • Attend parent / teacher meetings for students’ receiving OT as needed.
  • Monitor recess and lunch activities to address concerns such as feeding, social skills, play, fine and gross motor skills.
  • Assist with arrival, dismissal, and subbing coverage as needed.

The Perks

  • Salary Range $50,000 - $60,000 depending on experience
  • Comprehensive Benefits package
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $2,625
  • Continued coaching and professional development

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation / gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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