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Temporary Occupational Therapist-School Based

Foundations Education Solutions, A Member of the Point Quest Group • Paradise Valley, AZ, United States • 16h ago

Point Quest Group is hiring an Occupational Therapist to work within a school district in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

*This is for the 1st half of the school year 2025/2026*

Occupational Therapist Key Responsibilities:

Treatment Planning: Create and deliver treatment programs for students aged birth to 22 based on their IEPs or medical plans. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to set goals and accommodations. Oversee and support Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as needed.
Consultation & Instruction: Act as a district-wide resource by offering consultation, training, and support to educational staff and caregivers. Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, and coordinate with medical personnel to implement home programs.
Data Collection & Documentation: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of students' needs, perform initial and ongoing assessments, and complete annual and triennial reviews. Maintain timely and compliant documentation, and provide detailed reports on student progress.
Time Off Management for Full-Time School Employees: Employees are encouraged to schedule their time off during school breaks. Time off requests will be reviewed and approved by the supervisor to ensure minimal disruption to normal operations.

Occupational Therapist Qualifications:

Licensure: Current Occupational Therapist license in the state where services are delivered or eligibility to obtain such licensure; NBCOT registration preferred.
Clearances: DOJ/FBI Livescan Background Check and TB Clearance required; must be eligible to work in the US.
Experience: Preferred experience in school or treatment settings with students facing learning or social-emotional challenges, including involvement with IEPs.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills: Proficient in sensory integration techniques and supporting students with disabilities; certifications in Pro-Act, CPI, and/or CPR are helpful.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Occupational Therapist Physical Demands

Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

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