School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Entry / Full Performance)

Description

The authorized level of the position is School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full-Performance). Applications are being accepted down to the School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Entry Level) in the event of recruiting difficulties.

Salary Range

School Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Entry Level), HE08 : $ per month

School Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full-Performance), HE10 : $ per month

Examples of Duties

• As directed by the OT, contributes to the assessment process by collecting data on performance of independent living skills, behavior, sensorimotor skills, gross / fine motor coordination, case history and interview as directed by the OT.
• Administer standardized tests as assigned by the OT according to program standards.
• Assist the OT in the development of treatment program based on recommended goals made on initial / re-evaluation reports and / or the progress reports.
• Participate in discussions with the OT and / or IEP members on projected goals and objectives.
• Provide interventions that are educationally relevant and necessary to address the student’s ability to progress in the school environment.
• Provide feedback to the OT about student progress and supports needed to benefit from special education.
• Document therapy notes, quarterly and annual progress reports and keep accurate daily and monthly data according to program policies and procedures.
• Monitor on-going changes and implementation of tasks which may include appropriate use of orthopedic equipment, adaptive devices designed to maximize student performance and independence in the educational setting. Provide feedback to the OT about the student's response.
• Plan daily schedule according to assigned caseload.

In addition to the key duties and responsibilities, this position may be assigned to : assist OT in developing adaptations or equipment, passing on information and skills to other team members, and applying therapeutic interventions and / or activities and modifying as needed. Participate in educational programs, in-service training, program, director and other work-related meetings, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

Successful completion of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE); and successful completion of the required supervised field work.

Experience Requirement

None for Entry Level; One (1) year of work experience for the Full Performance Level as an Occupational Therapy Assistant which involved assisting the OT in the occupational therapy assessment process, providing verbal and written reports of observations of individuals, communicating results to OT and other multi-disciplinary members, contributing to a multi-disciplinary team for planning and programming purposes by developing individual goals and meeting the requirements and / or practice policies of the facility, providing interventions that are consistent with competency levels, modifying interventions upon the approval of the OT, and collecting data and documenting progress.

Certification & License Requirements

Substitutions Allowed

The following may be substituted for all of the work experience required :

Lift / Carry Requirement

This position requires the ability to lift / carry 15-40 pounds.

Supplemental Information

Salary : The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements

Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Education and experience may not be gained concurrently unless specifically indicated. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example : Twelve months of experience at 20 hours / week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Hours beyond 40 per week are not credited.

Temporary Assignment

Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below :

Documents

Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents attached before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach to applications submitted on / after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.

Information about Temporary Positions

Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. A temporary employee may qualify for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent or other temporary positions after satisfactory completion of the initial probation period.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability, in accordance with applicable laws. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, or activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, or other protected statuses.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

Benefits

Education Requirement Questions

Required Question

#J-18808-Ljbffr