MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy. 

Education: 

• Bachelor's degree Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. 

Certification/Licensure: 

●Valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT-L) from the Maryland State Board of Occupational Therapy Practice.  

● Hold or be eligible for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and must be actively enrolled in Maryland Medicaid. Employees not holding NPI or Maryland Medicaid enrollment upon hire must apply for NPI within 10 days of employment and Maryland Medicaid immediately upon receipt of NPI. Employee must retain active NPI and Maryland Medicaid enrollment as a condition of employment 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

● Three (3) years of experience as an Occupational Therapist working with the pediatric population.  

● Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) (OT-R).  

● Previous experience working with children and adolescents in educational or pediatric settings.  

● Strong knowledge of child development, sensory processing theory, and therapeutic techniques. 

● Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills across all stakeholders.  

● Dedication to providing high-quality, evidence-based services to support students' success and well-being.  

● Thorough knowledge of the IEP/IFSP process. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate students' fine and functional motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, and activities of daily living (ADLs) in relevant educational environments. Three (3) years of experience as an Occupational Therapist working with the pediatric population.  

•  Interprets and reports results of assessments verbally and in writing to all stakeholders through the IEP team process.  

• Develop individualized treatment plans and goals in collaboration with teachers, parents, and other members of the educational team.  

• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address students' areas of need, such as sensory diets, fine motor activities, handwriting skills, and adaptive equipment utilization.  

• Provide direct intervention services to a caseload of students in individual or group settings within the school environment. 

•  Monitor students' progress regularly and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure continuous improvement and attainment of goals.  

• Collaborate with teachers and other school personnel to integrate therapeutic strategies into the classroom and daily routines.  

• Offer consultations and training to teachers, parents, and staff members on strategies and equipment to support students' sensory and motor needs in educational settings.  

• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, progress notes, service logs, and treatment plans in compliance with regulatory standards and school policies.  

• Collect and analyze data on student performance, engagement, and behavior to improve student outcomes and direct intervention. 

•  Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, and other relevant meetings to contribute to students' educational planning and outcomes.  

• Understanding of evidence-based practice in occupational therapy.  

• Stay abreast of current research, trends, and best practices in occupational therapy and education to inform practice and enhance service delivery.  

• Participate in professional development activities designed to advance knowledge in the areas of education, compliance, and best practices in occupational therapy.  

• Provide supervision and/or training of paraprofessionals and OTAs as needed.  

• Perform other related duties as required. The above list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. 

SELECTION CRITERIA 

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements and preferred qualifications of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION 

Compensation 

This is a 10-month per year position in the Howard County Educators Association (HCEA) employee bargaining unit. The current salary ranges for this position are on the 10-Month Teacher Special Education  salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers education and relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime.