Occupational Therapist - North County
Posted: Continuous
2012-06-08
Closes: Until Filled
Exceptional Children
Position Summary:
Evaluates, identifies, and provides services to students who meet eligibility requirements for occupational therapy; Works collaboratively and communicates with professionals and parents regarding integration of occupational therapy goals into classroom and home environment; Adheres to all federal, state, and local procedures
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Maintains accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files reports promptly
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Demonstrates accurate and up-to-date knowledge of content
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Identifies students exhibiting fine motor or sensory processing disorders through evaluation and analyzing deficits in motor skills of students found in the identification process
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Participates in IEP meetings in order to relate pertinent data used in the determination of students' needs
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Appropriately schedules students
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Provides consultative services to teachers, parents, administrators, and allied agencies in order to address fine motor goals into the classroom, other education programs, and the home environment
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Evaluates and reports student progress for continuation or termination of services
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Participates with school administration/coordinators for effective planning, coordination, and implementation of occupational therapy program into the total education system
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Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice
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Adheres to all District policies and procedures
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Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Minimum Qualifications:
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Competent in basic computer skills
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Excellent organizational skills
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Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree required
Experience:
- 0-1 year related experience required
Certification/Licensure:
- Must hold current licensure in Occupational Therapy by the State of Georgia
Salary:
Actual salary placement will be based on Fulton County Board of Education experience and education calculations from the Teacher Salary Schedule (190 Days).
http://portal.fultonschools.org/departments/Human_Resources/Pages/Salary_Schedules_12_13.aspx
Complete Application:
- Application
(include eReferences)
- Resume
It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Ron Wade, 786 Cleveland Avenue, S.W., Atlanta, Georgia 30315, or phone 404-763-4585. TTY 1-800-255-0135.
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