Regional Occupational Therapist

This position is part-time, 24 hours per week. 20 hours per week at Vista Charter Academy; 4 hours per week at Grand River Preparatory Academy. School Information:
Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Vista Charter Academy opened in 1996 and serves students Young 5-8. At Vista, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Vista Charter Academy . Why Choose Vista Charter Academy:
* Starting pay above market scales.
* Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
* Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
* Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
* Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
* Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
* Utilizes the Dean support model.
* High quality professional development provided by NHA content specialists.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Evaluate new students enrolling in the program within 30 days after entering program if Occupational Therapy needs exist
* Use standardized tests, customized measures, and/or observation to evaluate the student in the areas of cognitive perceptual motor skills, motor coordination, psychosocial development, self-care, muscle strength and range of motion, postural reflexes, and needs for adaptive devices and prostheses
* Evaluate treatment effectiveness by observation, testing, and communication with family
* Utilize treatment procedures involving physical, sensory, manual, creative, and recreational activities
* Participate in MET and IEP process
* Utilize a team approach to planning and treatment with school personnel, families, physicians, and agencies
* Consult with teachers regarding occupational therapy goals for the classroom setting and support classroom goals in the therapy treatment program
* Provide training to appropriate individuals regarding effective methods to aid the student in the mainstream
* Demonstrate professionalism when dealing with confidential issues and materials
* Maintain file of caseload and keep Building Coordinator updated on changes
* Design/construct adaptive equipment and devices for the student and/or classroom
* Demonstrate willingness to keep updated on issues and research by pursuing professional development
* Maintain schedule and log progress toward goals for student's sessions
* Promote and participate in specific school projects such as screening programs, career days, etc.
* Attend parent/ teacher meetings (As necessary)
* Perform other job related duties as assigned by the building principal

Qualifications:

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American Occupational Therapy License
* Michigan:
Occupational Therapist license issued by the Michigan Department of Education. Please  to find out more about our core values. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.