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Occupational Therapist

Employer
El Paso Independent School District
Location
El Paso, TX, US
Salary
Competitive

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Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Wage/Hour Status: Daily, Exempt

Reports to: Facilitator OT & PT

Pay Grade: D7

Dept/School: Special Education and Special Services

Date Revised: August 21, 2017

Primary Purpose
Provide direct and indirect related services for disabled children requiring occupational therapy
assistance to access education within the least restrictive environment.

Qualifications
Education/Certification
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
Valid Texas License as an Occupational Therapist

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational
therapy

• Ability to instruct and manage occupational therapy services

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional and Program Management
1. Responsible for completion and submission of Service Delivery Logs in a timely basis.
2. Plans and provides direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals
contained in students' Individual Education Plans ((IEP).

3. Evaluates student progress and determines readiness for termination of occupational therapy services.
4. Designs, constructs, alter and provide students with adaptive equipment and devices to promote

maximum independence.
5. Assesses students with disabilities and determines eligibility for services.
6. Participates in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the

interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to
district procedures.

7. Consults with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy.
8. Provides staff development training in assigned school to assist school personnel with selection and

use of adaptive equipment and understanding of occupational therapy program.
9. Consults with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with

students.
10. Compiles, maintains, and files all report, records and other documents required.
11. Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local

board policy.
12. Complies with all district and campus routines and regulations.
13. Communicates effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
14. Participates in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
15. Develops and coordinates continuing evaluation of the occupational therapy program and implements

changes based on findings.
16. Assists in the selection of equipment and adaptive material.
17. Develops and maintains effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

Student Management
18. Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and

needs of the student.
19. Establishes control and administers discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student

handbook.

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Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintains emotional control under stress. Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as
assigned; moderate lifting and carrying. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from
wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities.

Terms of Employment
221 days; salary to be established by the Board of Trustees

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Approved: _____________________________________________________________

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Date: _________________________________

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The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on

the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic

information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning

the application of Titles VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia

Cortez, at 230-2033; Section 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Kelly Ball 230-2829.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo

usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religión, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadanía, estado militar,

discapacidad, información genética, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra práctica prohibida por la ley.

Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito,

Patricia Cortez al 230-2033; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Kelly Ball 230-2829.

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