Job Title:Occupational Therapist
Pay Range:$45-50/hour
Job Description:Occupational Therapist
Up to $45-50/hour | Barnesville, GA | Short-Term Full-Time Hours | [redacted] School Year | OT Short Term Full-time contract Position Details:- Caseload within Lamar County School District
- Short-Term; Full Time Position
- 6 week contract
- 1.0 FTE, M-F
About the RoleHello, Occupational Therapists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Short-term Full-Time Occupational Therapist for a school setting in Barnesville, GA. In this role, you'll play a critical part in student success by planning, organizing, and delivering occupational therapy services to support student development, rehabilitation, and progress toward IEP goals.
What You'll Do- Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
- Evaluate student abilities across functional areas including oral motor, sensory motor, activities of daily living, fine motor, and postural skills
- Select and administer appropriate assessments and provide direct, consultative, and collaborative therapy services
- Participate in IEP meetings and support development of student goals and services
- Obtain, modify, and document adaptive equipment and supplies as needed
- Instruct and support staff, parents, and students in therapeutic and follow-up activities at school and home
- Train staff on proper handling, positioning, and use of adaptive/assistive devices
- Maintain accurate documentation and records and perform other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For- Hold a bachelor's degree or above from an approved accredited college or university in occupational therapy
- Hold State of Georgia occupational therapy licensure
- Have knowledge of theory and methods of occupational therapy
- Have knowledge of normal and abnormal child development.
- Demonstrated skill in adapting or designing equipment for individual needs
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.
