Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and For any questions, contact hr.dept@esd112.org.General ResponsibilitiesReporting directly to the Director, the Occupational Therapist develops, implements and coordinates an occupational therapy program for children with a range of mild to severe disabilities. The Occupational Therapist serves as a member of the education team assigned to support special education children. The Occupational Therapist serves as liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children with disabilities and their families.Assignment: This position will serve the Clark County Therapeutic Education Center (CTEC), a new program that is being created to serve aggressive adolescent aged youth with significant developmental delays. CTEC will provide instructional behavioral, and social/emotional support and activities to the youth served. This position is .513 FTE (95 days/year).Salary: The full salary range for this position is $27,943.62 - $52,670.23. Salary placement is based on education and certificated experience.Essential Functions/Other FunctionsEssential Functions: * Provide education and support to teachers, classroom staff, parents and other care givers about occupational therapy services.
Develop, implement and coordinate an occupational therapy program for children with disabilities consistent with the Individual Education Plan (IEP)/Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals.
Conduct occupational therapy assessments. Review assessment finds with parents and the education team.
Provide direct service to children.
Monitor ongoing treatment records. Evaluate and report on children's progress.
Advise, instruct and assist education staff to implement occupational therapy plans.
Supervise, train and evaluate certified occupational therapy assistants and paraeducators.
Facilitate the procurement, fabrication, modification and adjustment of adaptive equipment/assistive technology for occupational therapy services.
Serve as a member of the education team to help address the needs of children.
Other Functions: * Other duties as assigned.Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & SkillsMinimum Qualifications: * Hold or eligible to hold a valid Washington State ESA occupational therapist certificate.
Hold or eligible to hold a valid Washington State license to practice occupational therapy.
Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working in a special education public school setting or with pediatric populations.
Experience interpreting state and federal special education law.
Working Conditions/Employment RequirementsWorking Conditions: * Travel within the Special Education ESA service area.
Physical ability to transfer and/or lift children and equipment.
Provide service in homes, child care, preschool and classroom settings.
Employment Requirements: * Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.Educational Service District 112 is an Equal Opportunity EmployerWe provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!Part-time positions working less than 20 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.
