Occupational Therapist (OT

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The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for providing comprehensive Occupational Therapy services for students with autism spectrum disorders. The Occupational Therapist functions as a member of the educational and therapeutic team.

• Provide treatment, including program planning, consultation and education to the student and family
• Collaborate with team members, parents, district professionals, and others involved in the education/treatment of the student
• Comply with professional code of ethics and school policies
• Maintain professional documentation including session notes and quarterly reports
• Maintain IEP goals and reports and three year re-evaluations in collaboration with the OTR/L
• Maintain student files including appropriate documentation and student attendance to sessions
• Participate in direct supervision of students and assistance with activities of daily living as needed
• Participate in team meetings and professional development sessions
• Consult and collaborate with classroom teachers, therapists, and in inclusion settings
• Plan and provide professional development sessions for all staff
• Work with Program Assistants to model strategies, discuss student progress, and assess student needs
• Supervise clinical students from university programs as needed
• Adhere to company policies and procedures

The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisors.

• Ability to effectively communicate assessment results, evaluations, and proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by team members, the district, and parents
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders
• Ability to treat students with autism spectrum disorders
• Familiarity with relevant diagnostic tools and procedures
• Knowledge of relevant Occupational Therapy treatment strategies and protocols
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Knowledge of sensory and behavioral strategies
• Knowledge of child development theory
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Ability to use computers (word processing software, therapeutic/educational software)
• Knowledge of relevant equipment for occupational therapy
• Strong written and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation license required

The Occupational Therapist is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Salary is commensurate with level of education and experience.

The Occupational Therapist follows the Day School Staff calendar.

• Pre‑employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check
• Possesses appropriate professional credentials
• Passing PCM training is a requirement of this position. Participation in PCM training and adherence to the Professional Crisis Management Association's guidelines require at least average physical fitness. Any physical limitations or conditions that may impact one's ability to participate in PCM training or PCM must be made known to Giant Steps upon application, as performance of various physical tasks is a bona fide occupational requirement of this position.

• Work is typically performed indoors within the school facility
• Moderate physical movement is required for the job
• Moderate exposure to physical risk is anticipated
• The noise level in this work environment varies from quiet to very loud.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand, walk, sit, run, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, balance, crouch, talk, hear, smell, and see. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

• An annual performance review will be conducted each spring by the Program Coordinator in Elementary or the OT Lead in Secondary.
• The Occupational Therapist will complete a self‑assessment of…