Occupational Therapist Job Misner Corners Ohio USA,Healthcare

Location: Misner Corners

Position Details

Position Title: Occupational Therapist
Position Type: Student Support Services / Occupational Therapy
Date Posted: 1/13/2026
Location: ESC of Eastern Ohio
Closing Date: Until Filled
District: ESC of Eastern Ohio
Category: Certified;
Bargaining Unit eligible; FLSA exempt.
Contract: Initial one-year contract; contract days as determined by the Governing Board; other terms and conditions as per the CBA/Board Policy.
Compensation: Salary, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per current Board policies and schedules, with placement for granted education, experience, and responsibility.
Education/Degree: Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy or related field. Alternatives may be approved by the Governing Board based on initial licensure.
Reports to: Supervisor, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy
Supervises: N/A

Job Goal

This position is responsible for providing Occupational Therapy services including assessment, therapeutic interventions, and support services for students to access and participate in their school environment.

Qualifications

Current license to practice occupational therapy in accordance with the "Laws and Rules Regulating the Practice of Occupational Therapy" from the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board.
Current professional license from the Ohio Department of Education.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Abilities to promote positive internal and external customer relations.
Proficient with computer/tablet technology for communication, documentation, teletherapy, and ETR/IEP development.
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and related software/programs.
Other tasks as approved by the Governing Board.

Performance Responsibilities

Assist school staff in the identification of students with physical, sensory, and/or perceptual deficits through standardized tests, customized measures, and observations.

Recommend children for occupational therapy services and provide appropriate treatment as indicated.

Participate in evaluation team and educational planning and placement committees using a team approach involving school personnel, families, physicians, and agencies.

Assist children with transferring newly acquired skills to classroom, work, and home settings and support classroom and family goals in therapy program; home visits may be utilized at the therapist's discretion.

Evaluate treatment effectiveness by observation, testing, and communication with teacher, family, and other sources.

Design and construct adaptive equipment, devices, and/or splints for the student and/or classroom.

Provide appropriate teletherapy services for evaluations and treatment of students in remote learning environment.

Train school personnel and/or family as appropriate in carrying out treatment procedures not requiring a formalized occupational therapy program.

Maintain records and make all required reports per Division of Special Education, filing with supervisor, special education coordinators, and teachers.

Provide in-service programs to school personnel and others to educate about a student’s diagnosis and/or disability.

Participate in outside clinic or agency meetings/programs involved with occupational therapy services as appropriate, acting as liaison to Mahoning County Special Education Program.

Provide ongoing consultation to parents and school staff regarding child’s progress in therapy.

Work with physical therapy, speech therapy, and teachers to facilitate joint goals.

Develop positive work relationships with students, parents, educational and community personnel.

Participate in authorized special programs, e.g., field or fitness days, field trips, wheelchair or adaptive equipment clinics, etc.

Assist in assessing and recommending equipment to improve seating/positioning in all school environments.

Provide consultation to staff regarding students’ assistive technology needs in the classroom.

Maintain documentation of time performing duties in SDE, Medicaid billing, therapy notes, and remote therapy logs as appropriate.

Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent.

Required Ethical and…


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