Occupational Therapist

Spectrum Academy in North Salt Lake is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist. Spectrum Academy is a public charter school serving the needs of students with autism and other neurodiversities. We have a strong related services team and can offer frequent collaboration and mentoring opportunities.

1. Schedules interventions using a variety of service delivery models, including classroom intervention, consultation/collaboration and pull-out as appropriate to meet student needs in the least restrictive environment.

2. Applies a systematic workload model to facilitate the organization of the occupational therapy program within the school.

5. Provides direct support services to students, classrooms, and small groups that are comprehensive and data-driven

4. Consults with other professionals and community organizations regarding the developmental needs of students

5. Addresses the needs of the school, student, families, and community by collaborating with Related Services Team and other staff to design a holistic approach to address barriers or problems with the educational process

6. Administers tests according to appropriate procedures

7. Assists with designing, implementing, monitoring, and adjusting educational plans for individual students

8. Completes written reports that are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local Agencies

9. Develops and provides professional development workshops as requested by the Student Services Coordinator

10. Participates in family educational opportunities, including but not limited to Parent Empowerment Nights

11. Supervises student interns, Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), and Related Services Assistants as appropriate

12. Conducts student education and outreach opportunities, including assemblies and/or classroom instruction

13. Adheres to and supports Board policy, School guidelines, and administrative rules and directives

14. Maintains accurate case records and documentation

15. Maintains current knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations and abides by said laws and regulations with emphasis on persons with disabilities, child welfare, mental health, confidentiality, and student and parent rights

16. Understands, evaluates, and interprets evaluation and performance data. Interprets information about students to the student, their families, and staff

17. Participates in in-service activities and staff meetings promoted by the School

18. Performs other duties as assigned by the Student Services Director or School Director

Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution, including satisfactory completion of required fieldwork experiences.

2. Current Utah State Occupational Therapist license.

3. Minimum 2 years experience in pediatric or school practice preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $63,822.00 - $100,989.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• 401(k) matching
  
• Continuing education credits
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Disability insurance
  
• Health insurance
  
• Health savings account
  
• Life insurance
  
• Opportunities for advancement
  
• Paid time off
  
• Professional development assistance
  
• Vision insurance
  

Work Location: In person