Occupational Therapist - Rensselaer, IN - FutureRecruit : Job Details
Occupational Therapist - Rensselaer, IN
FutureRecruitJob Location : Rensselaer,IN, USA
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2025-08-05T07:33:02Z
Job Description :
Occupational Therapist (SY 24-25) - ContractLocation: Rensselaer, IN Required Qualifications:
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- Minimum Master's degree in occupational therapy, as required by state and contract
- Valid State Certification as specified in the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA)
- School OT services and evaluation experience
- Provides Occupational Therapy intervention for students utilizing exercises and equipment to facilitate fine and/or gross motor coordination based on the goals and objectives included in the student's IEP/ISP.
- Participates in IEP case conferences.
- Provide written documentation related to occupational therapy during Annual Case Reviews and/or other meetings and provide written documentation for progress as determined by the student's Individual Education Plan.
- Monitors student progress.
- Assess the motor, visual-motor, and sensory-motor functioning of students referred for special education evaluation.
- Help determine the need for occupational therapy services.
- Assist school staff in reducing barriers that limit student participation within the school environment.
- Assist with providing assistive technology to support student success if/when applicable.
- Communicate with school staff, family, and other professionals who are part of the child's educational team to contribute to a collaborative IEP including but not limited to student self-advocacy, student engagement in school activities, curricular modifications to support diverse learning abilities, increase student success and promote safety within the school environment, etc.
- Creates solutions to challenges for individual students, which are based on research and sound professional judgment.
- Makes referrals to community resources as needed.
- Documents and maintains an accurate record of therapy sessions, consultations, and other pertinent activities in daily notes and/or Medicaid Billing.
- Completes required paperwork in a timely and well-organized manner.
- Maintains confidentiality of all student records, school, and other related information as noted by HIPPA and FERPA.
- Lucrative pay!
- Long-term contract!
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance is available!
- Principal is well respected and liked!
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