Job Description

Adelphi is seeking to urgently recruit an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct and indirect services to students while also offering consultation and support to staff members for a School District in Washington, OR. These students range from Elementary to High School and require services referred by the Special Education Program.

• Ref #: BD-444-03
• Profession: Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
• Location: Washington County, OR
• Job Type: Contract
• Facility Type: School 
• Start Date: ASAP
• Shifts: 1552 Estimated Hours school year (based on 194-day Calendar)
• Rate: $40/hr

Requirements:

• Licensed By The State Of Oregon
• Experience working in Special Education 
• Experience in completing required special education paperwork 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Occupational Therapy evaluations and provide direct and indirect services for eligible assigned students.
• Assure that all Occupational Therapy Services are provided in accordance with the state licensure requirements and within standards of professional ethics. 
• Offering consultation and support to staff members regarding motor development.
• Motor Skill Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify each student’s specific strengths and challenges related to fine and gross motor development.
• Individualized Motor Plans: Create motor development plans for students, based on assessment results.
• One-on-one Interventions: Work with students to provide one-on-one or small group interventions to improve their fine and gross motor skills.
• Sensory Support: For students with sensory needs, develop and implement sensory integration strategies.
• Orthopedic Assistance: Physical therapists and occupational therapists support students with orthopedic needs.
• Have experience working in Special Education and experience in completing the required Special Education paperwork.
• Diligently complete all essential paperwork to maintain strict adherence to District State and Federal regulations. 
• The Provider is pivotal in ensuring a comprehensive grasp of the intricacies of Special Education documentation.
• Carry out a structured and organized process of performing all the required assessments and evaluations needed. 
• Comprehension of the specific requirements necessary to determine Special Education eligibility.
• Attend all mandatory Special Education meetings, including Individualized Education Program (IEP), evaluation, and post-evaluation meetings.
• Complete required records and deliver them to the district as necessary in a manner compliant with all current HIPPA regulations.
• Participate in staff development training sessions. These include in-service training for teachers and school personnel. 
• Establish a dedicated schedule for maintenance, repairs, and training related to critical student equipment used by the Motor Development Team. 

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve

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