Occupational Therapist , II or III

Position: Occupational Therapist I, II or III
Job Posting Title Occupational Therapist I, II or IIIAgency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization
340 District 6

Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time Part time

Job Type Temporary Compensation The  hourly rate for this position is up to $37.02 based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Job Description Location :
Purcell - 919 North Ninth Ave.

Salary :
Level I: up to $32.69 / hourly, based on education and experience Level II: up to $34.33 / hourly, based on education and experience Level III: up to $37.02 / hourly, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time :
Part Time Work Schedule :
Monday - Friday Primary Hours :
Hours may vary Position Description Sooner Start is Oklahoma’s early intervention program designed to meet the needs of families with infants and toddlers (ages birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays and/or disabilities in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The program builds upon and provides supports and resources to assist family members to enhance infants or toddler’s learning and development through everyday learning opportunities.

The Occupational Therapists in the Sooner Start program is primarily responsible to examine and treat children with physical impairments and/or difficulties through the use of physical modalities, self-care and neurological needs. The goal is to assist the caregiver and child improve mobility and function to increase independent movement and other skills necessary for functioning in daily routines.

This position is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of Occupational Therapy. Services are provided in the child’s natural environment settings in which children typically spend time, for example, home or childcare. Services include screenings, evaluations, intervention, and parent education.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level; responsibility but may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provides early intervention services in the child and family’s natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.)Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatments/intervention based on developmental indications.

Completes child assessments concerning developmental, educational, and social skills/abilities.

Participates in family interview.

Conducts intakes, including client interviews, and conducts assessments to make appropriate recommendations for services.

Participates in the development and implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan according to state and federal guidelines.

Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child health and development services.

Develops a treatment plan to address areas of need including routine-based activities, neuro-motor and sensory-motor function/activities and child/family coaching and education sessions.

Participates in the assessment, design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices.

Evaluates the child’s response to treatment/intervention and makes recommendations on changes in treatment as required.

Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Participates as a supervisor to Occupational Therapy Interns during their fieldwork experience.

Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Other duties as assigned

Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and…