Carries out occupational therapy procedures by working with students individually or in groups to provide treatment of an illness or disability and training in the activities of daily living; Confers periodically with an Occupational Therapist regarding all facets of patient care and related activities; May fabricate and apply splints and assisting devices, trains students in self-care activities, and uses varied media to improve their physical or mental functioning; Prepares and sets up occupational therapy treatment apparatus; Participates with other facility personnel in the formulation of students’ total health care plans; May supervise Occupational Therapy Aides as directed by the Occupational Therapist; Prepares and maintains records of treatment; Provides for and observes safety precautions during all phases of therapy; Inventories, cleans, stores and maintains supplies and equipment.
Working knowledge of the principles, techniques and terminology of occupational therapy treatment procedures; working knowledge of occupational therapy materials and equipment and their appropriate application to a variety of student disabilities; ability to work effectively with the ill and disabled; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. This is a temporary position.
Position Dates: May 7, 2024 - June 26, 2024
Must possess and maintain a current registration certificate as an Occupational Therapy Assistant from the New York State Education Department.
An Occupational Therapy Assistant license is required.