Occupational Therapist
Company: New Story Schools
Location: Mc Sherrystown
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Do you have a passion for education and being a part of a
mission-driven organization? Do you want to join a fast-growing
company with excellent benefits, such as 100% company-sponsored
employee medical coverage, tuition reimbursement, generous paid
time off, and so much more?New Story Schools in Carlisle, PA seeks
a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide services to students
as indicated in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and serve
as a multidisciplinary team member. The Occupational Therapist will
promote the development and functioning of the student's fine
motor, perceptual, and self-care skills. The starting salary is
based on experience. A valid PA Occupational Therapist professional
license and certification from NBCOT are required. A sign-on bonus
of $5,000 is being offered for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
--- Plan, administer, and interpret appropriate testing to gather
data for the development and/or revision of the IEP.--- Develop and
implement individualized IEP goals and objectives aiming to promote
fine motor, perceptual motor, self-care, sensory integrative
skills, and play activities, as well as neuromuscular function. ---
Monitor and revise IEP goals and objectives as needed and
communicate with all team members to ensure theeffectiveness of
services provided.--- Work collaboratively with other members of
the student's multidisciplinary team, other related service
professionals, school district personnel, outside service
providers, and the student's family to design and implement
appropriate services.--- Demonstrate appropriate behavior
management strategies and techniques, including knowledge of
student privileges and responsibilities.--- Complete weekly reports
and provide this information to teachers and parents/guardians.
--- Adhere to deadlines for submission of IEP goals/objectives,
Progress Reports, Re-evaluation reports, and any other paperwork
required by the state or school district.--- Attend
multidisciplinary team and IEP meetings and other meetings as
assigned.--- Utilize verbal non-violent crisis intervention
techniques as needed.
BENEFITS
Eligible New Story Employees will receive competitive pay and
benefits including:
New Story School is an educational organization comprised of
special education schools in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New
Jersey, and Massachusetts. We offer an academic learning
environment integrated with behavior support services for students
diagnosed with autism or emotional/behavioral disorders. Our
multidisciplinary teams collaborate with families, school
districts, and community partners to empower children to overcome
challenges and create new stories in their lives.
New Story Schools is proud to be an equal opportunities employer
and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to
providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the
students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools
careers and benefits, please visit our website
https://newstoryjobs.com/.
#oneExperienceRequired
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