Occupational Therapist - Vacancy ID: 198802
Vacancy Details
Occupational Therapist
Wheatland Center School
1
N/A
Open until filled
Contact
Jessica Mangold
District Administrative Assistant
262-537-3903
Position Details
7/1/2024
Competitive Wage Based on Experience
Full Time
Part Time
Wheatland J1 School District is currently seeking a compassionate & innovative Occupational Therapist with the potential to be shared with neighboring school districts. The preferred candidate will plan and provide therapy to students with disabilities to increase independent functioning by maximizing access and participation in the general education curriculum. If you are ready to make an impact on the well-being of our students, we want you to join our Flight to Excellence!
Essential Job Functions include, but are not limited to:
1. Test and evaluate students' abilities and analyze data to determine realistic goals and programming.
2. Plan, organize, and implement Occupational Therapy programs.
3. Consult and work closely with the Special Education team and classroom teachers to select activites, programs and coordinate Occupational Therapy with other therapeutic activites.
4. Observe and assess fine motor development, perpetual development, perceptual development, self-help, oral motor development and sensory processing.
5. Write reports and maintain proper documentation of information, such as student Medicaid or billing records or caseload activities, including the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress, ensuring confidentiality of all records.
6. Participate in all IEP and Evaluation meetings for students who qualify for Occupational Therapy services.
7. Attend in-service training, workshops, or meetings to abreast of current practices or trends in Occupational Therapy.
About Wheatland:
The Wheatland J1 School District is a pre K-8 school district with approximately 110 employees, and 630 students. The district covers over 30 square miles and incorporates 4 municipalities. Wheatland attracts students from all over the area and strives for educational excellence in a results oriented, improvement focused educational system. Wheatland boasts top notch teachers, world class curriculum, and a myriad of amazing programs for students. The staff enjoys a collaborative culture that highlights a strong student focus and professional autonomy.
The Board of Education does not discriminate in the employment of applicants on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including transgender status, change of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity) pregnancy, creed or religion, genetic information, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service (as defined in 111.32, Wis. Stats.), national origin, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District’s premises during non-working hours, declining to attend an employer-sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices.
Essential Job Functions include, but are not limited to:
1. Test and evaluate students' abilities and analyze data to determine realistic goals and programming.
2. Plan, organize, and implement Occupational Therapy programs.
3. Consult and work closely with the Special Education team and classroom teachers to select activites, programs and coordinate Occupational Therapy with other therapeutic activites.
4. Observe and assess fine motor development, perpetual development, perceptual development, self-help, oral motor development and sensory processing.
5. Write reports and maintain proper documentation of information, such as student Medicaid or billing records or caseload activities, including the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress, ensuring confidentiality of all records.
6. Participate in all IEP and Evaluation meetings for students who qualify for Occupational Therapy services.
7. Attend in-service training, workshops, or meetings to abreast of current practices or trends in Occupational Therapy.
About Wheatland:
The Wheatland J1 School District is a pre K-8 school district with approximately 110 employees, and 630 students. The district covers over 30 square miles and incorporates 4 municipalities. Wheatland attracts students from all over the area and strives for educational excellence in a results oriented, improvement focused educational system. Wheatland boasts top notch teachers, world class curriculum, and a myriad of amazing programs for students. The staff enjoys a collaborative culture that highlights a strong student focus and professional autonomy.
The Board of Education does not discriminate in the employment of applicants on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including transgender status, change of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity) pregnancy, creed or religion, genetic information, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service (as defined in 111.32, Wis. Stats.), national origin, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District’s premises during non-working hours, declining to attend an employer-sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices.
Candidate Requirements
0
Master
- Occupational Therapy
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation