Occupational Therapist - Vacancy ID: 151225

The Prescott School District is seeking a .8 FTE Occupational Therapist to work within our district PK-age 21. The Occupational Therapist is a member of the student services department overseen by Ms. Sandy Strand. This department includes 4 School Counselors, 2 School Psychologists, and a District Nurse. The Occupational Therapist works collaboratively with staff and provides direct and indirect services to students in both general and special education. The Prescott School District seeks only individuals of the highest caliber whose creativity, enthusiasm and energy are contagious. Applicants must be energetic, innovative, and highly competent individuals who can collaborate with parents, teachers, and staff to ensure the academic and social/emotional success of our students. Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have training and experience in the field of Occupational Therapy, including appropriate Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Licensure. Additionally, familiarity with the special education evaluation/IEP process, the ability to communicate and collaborate with staff, and school-based experience is strongly preferred. Candidates should also have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Prescott is a growing community in close proximity to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul. It offers a small town feel with quick access to the benefits of a large metropolitan area. We are a forward-thinking innovative district, with a great faculty, supportive community, and great students. We look forward to receiving your application. Job Title: Occupational Therapist Building: Itinerant Start Date: August 2022 License Requirement: 1570 -Occupational Therapist Years of Experience: 0 POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide direct and indirect support, services, and interventions for students experiencing challenges related to fine motor, sensory, or vocational skills. Develop and implement educationally focused treatment plans in conjunction with the COTA. Plan, organize, and participate in the pre-referral intervention process, initial evaluations, three-year reevaluations, and Section 504 evaluations with other staff. Collaborate, partner, consult, and communicate with general and special education teachers, fellow student services staff, administration, and parents. Offer training and support to staff on the implementation of Universal Design for Learning concepts, support the use of assistive technology, and provide positive behavioral supports and interventions. Provide direction and supervision of and establish a sense of collaboration and team work with the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Interested applicants should apply and submit on WECAN: an online cover letter, resume, 2 letters of recommendation Required Documents that need to be submitted: The online cover letter is required. Resume with references 2 letters of recommendation Application will remain open until filled. Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received. Contact Ms. Strand at 715-262-5059 if there are any questions.