Occupational Therapist JobID : 7451

TITLE : LICENSED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Knowledge of etiology, characteristics, and prognosis of major disabilities and health conditions

Knowledge of a variety of occupational therapy treatment techniques and their applications

Ability to conduct, interpret, and report occupational therapy evaluations

Understanding of developmental milestones, sensory processing, and motor skill acquisition

Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide consultative support to educational staff

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Hold or be eligible for an Illinois Occupational Therapy license

Experience working with individuals ages 3-22, especially within educational settings

Ability to lead professional development for staff and / or parent education

POSITION OVERVIEW :

The Occupational Therapist provides therapy services to students with disabilities ages 3–22 across the district, supporting their ability to access the educational environment. Services may include assessments, direct and consultative therapy, participation in IEP / 504 meetings, and staff training. The position is itinerant and may serve multiple school sites, with assignments adjusted annually based on student needs.

REPORTS TO : Executive Director of Student Support Services, Principals, and / or designee

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations in accordance with IDEA and Section 504

Participate in IEP and 504 meetings, providing goal input and service recommendations

Provide direct, consultative, and collaborative services aligned to student needs and IEP goals

Collaborate with teachers, aides, and families to generalize therapy goals

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided, including data collection and progress reporting, in alignment with district procedures and to support Medicaid billing requirements when applicable

Monitor and assess therapy effectiveness through data collection, observations, and formal assessments

Develop and manage a flexible schedule across assigned schools

Support transitions (e.g., PreK to K, middle to high school) through team collaboration and student planning

Adhere to district policies and applicable laws, including IDEA, ADA, and ISBE regulations

Attend staff meetings, professional development, and district trainings as required

Provide training for staff and parents on topics related to sensory and motor development

Other duties as assigned by supervisors

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS :

Must be able to assist with lifting, positioning, and transferring students and equipment as needed to support therapy activities.

All lifting and transferring should follow current best practices as outlined by national OT / PT professional standards (e.g., AOTA, APTA), including the use of assistive equipment and / or support from additional staff when students are non-weight bearing or unable to assist.

Must be able to work in various environments within the district and community settings.

Must have the ability to travel between multiple school buildings within the district on a daily basis.

Requires schedule flexibility and ability to adapt to location or caseload changes as student needs evolve.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : (Completed by Office of Human Resources)

Days / year : 182 days

Benefits : D220 Benefits

Salary : BEA Salary Schedule