Posted 2mo ago

Occupational Therapist 2026-2027 SY

@ West Memphis School District
West Memphis, Arkansas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Evaluate, Intervene, Document
Requirements Summary:Masters degree; Arkansas OT license; 1 year experience preferred; district setting experience preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Computer Skills
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Job Description
 


POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist


 


FLSA: Exempt


 


REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education


 


TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: A full contract for this position is 190 days, with benefits as specified in employee contract. 


 


LOCATION: District Wide



 




Primary Purpose:


Evaluate, intervene, consult, and deliver services as required by the school districts, community agencies, and HCDE.


 



Qualifications:


Education/Certification:



  • Masters Degree from an accredited university

  • Current License issued by the Arkansas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners



Special Knowledge/Skills:



  • Effective/efficient oral and written communication skills

  • Reliable transportation to/from work and between work-sites

  • Efficient mobility within the work-site

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

  • Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

  • General knowledge of computer systems and software applications

  • Ability to serve as supervisor for occupational therapy assistant and serve as professional student supervisor


 



Experience:



  • Experience in a school setting desirable

  • One year of experience preferred


 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:



  • Use evidence in practice, evaluation, data collection, documentation and recommendations.

  • Evaluate to determine educational need for services.

  • Provide intervention to support student participation and performance in accordance with state laws and/or professional standards.

  • Document and maintain service-related records.

  • Participate in professional growth activities.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.




 


 


 


These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.


 


OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS



  • Must have the ability to lift at least 20 pounds occasionally.

  • Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting, and kneeling.