Putnam County ESC

Putnam County ESC
124 Putnam Pkwy
Ottawa, OH 45875

Occupational Therapist – Part Time

Summary

POSITION:   Occupational Therapist – Part-Time

DESCRIPTION:  This position is in a school setting, working with students, staff, and parents.  You would be responsible for IEP/ETR meetings, evaluations, and writing of IEPs. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
·         Assist in preparing and providing direct and indirect services to support students’ IEP plans,
·         Complete assessments/screenings,
·         Responsible for the occupational therapy services of children and the team process of IEP/ETR              meetings, evaluations working with students, staff and parents, and writing of IEP’s,
·         Proficient with technology as IEP’s are written using the software program Same Goal,
·         Complete required trainings such as CPR, First Aid, CPI, etc.,
·         Keep accurate documentation, uphold board policies, follow administrative procedures, and                      other duties as assigned by the Putnam County ESC Superintendent.

Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
·         Successful completion of accredited Occupational Therapy program,
·         Valid Ohio Occupational Therapy license and Ohio Department of Education pupil services                        credential,
·         Valid driver’s license,
·         Occupational Therapy experience working with children,
·         Working knowledge of regulatory standards, ethical/legal responsibilities, and policies related to             occupational therapy in schools, including ODE requirements,
·         Ability to read, analyze, and interpret assessment results and use the results to develop                            treatment/intervention plans and classroom strategies that are appropriate to the educational                goals of the student and within the student’s least restrictive environment,
·         Strong organizational skills to keep accurate, confidential records and meet timelines,
·         Prefer experience working in a school setting with school personnel, students, and families,
·         Ability to work with a multitude of individuals (students, teachers, administrators, parents).

Career LevelOhio Occupational Therapy license
Retailno
Salary/Benefits

CONTRACT
9 month contract starting the 2024-2025 school year.

 LOCATION
The home base is the Putnam County ESC.  The Occupational Therapist will be assigned to several schools in Putnam County, with exact locations to be determined.

SALARY
Based on training and experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE
May 22, 2024 or until filled

HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Certified Application found on the Putnam County ESC website https://bit.ly/49JPbJH

Return the Certified application with a Letter of Interest, Resume, and Three Reference Letters to:  Dr. Jan L. Osborn, Superintendent
Putnam County Educational Service Center
124 Putnam Parkway, Ottawa, OH 45875 or
Phone: 419-523-5951 x3002 or x3001

Putnam County ESC
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