School-Based Occupational Therapist

Position: School-Based Occupational Therapist Assignment Area: Jefferson County Educational Service Center 2023 Sunset Boulevard Steubenville, Ohio 43952 Work Location: Anticipated Vacancy Edison Local and Indian Creek Local Salary: Based upon education and experience on the salary schedule Employment Date: Beginning as soon as possible and continuing through the 2026–2027 school year Contract: 210-day contract Qualifications and Requirements: - Candidates must possess experience or be able to demonstrate a vast knowledge and skill set to provide School-Based Occupational therapy as a direct or related service for students with disabilities, ages preschool through high school - Experience working with pre-school and school-age students - Master's degree in Occupational Therapy - Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Ohio - Must be well-versed in applicable state and federal law Specific Duties: - Conduct occupational therapy assessments for evaluations and develop occupational therapy goals/ services for non-public students - Responds to requests for consultation on students or consults on specific program needs - Responds to evaluation referrals for students with suspected disabilities or re-evaluation of students with identified disabilities - Develop a present level of function and an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) with goals and objectives in conjunction with the IEP team - Implement service delivery to assigned students based on the goals, objectives, frequency/ duration, and placement as determined by the IEP team - Exhibits knowledge of clinical theory and its application as it relates to the student’s educational needs - Work cooperatively with educational staff to identify areas where support is needed, including adaptation strategies - Engages in professional development and keeps abreast of new developments in the field. - Other duties assigned by the Superintendent or their designee.