Applications are being accepted by the College Place School District for an Occupational Therapist- Motor Specialist, .8FTE, starting the 2023-2024 school year.  This assignment is open for internal and external consideration at this time. Interested internal candidates will need to apply online by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 to be considered prior to external candidate applicants.

JOB PURPOSE:

Supporting The CP Way by developing and implementing regularly scheduled educational and therapeutic programs for students qualifying for services.

Job Title:  Occupational Therapist                          Reports to:  Director of Special Services                 

Bargaining Group:  WWVEA                                        FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

POSITION & BENEFITS:

Position: 7.5 hours per day, 4 days a week, 190 days per school year (10 months)

Salary:  $51,152 - $99,299 (educational incentive available in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreement as negotiated)

Anticipated Start Date:  08/21/2023

Benefits:  Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA/DCAP, Life/AD&D through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board); and Retirement through DRS (Department of Retirement Systems) for eligible employees

Additional Benefits: Optional 403(b) retirement plan; Optional DCP (deferred compensation program) retirement plan

Leave:  12 sick days (pro-rated for mid-year hires), 10 paid holidays 

 (~) denotes approximation  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent (GED)
• Associates Degree or four years of college and Washington State Department of Health License
• If you do not have an ESA certificate but do have Washington State Department of Health licensure to work in this area, please contact our Administrative Assistant for Special Services to discuss options for employment via email at afanning@cpps.org,
• Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Successful experience as an Occupational Therapist
• K-12 Education Experience.
• Bilingual/biliterate in Spanish is considered helpful. District tests to verify skill levels.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement regularly scheduled educational and therapeutic programs for students qualifying for services.
• Organize and implement Child Find activities for children at risk for disabilities;
• Evaluate and develop programs for students as appropriate;
• Select and use adaptive equipment to meet the needs of eligible students;
• Prepare materials for individual or group therapy;
• Move and position students with disabilities;
• Participate in evaluation team meetings comprised of educational, therapeutic and other special services staff as appropriate;
• Participate regularly in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops, and seminars;
• Maintain the confidentiality of information regarding students;
• Update and maintain records of student progress and other data as necessary;
• Participate in training activities which facilitate professional growth in area of assignment
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel is required to local school districts and program sites, and for workshops, committee representation and conferences at local, regional, and state level.  Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

NONDISCRIMINATION:

The College Place Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons more than 40 years of age disabled, and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the College Place Public Schools Administration Office.   This holds true for all district employment and opportunities.  Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 compliance officer Marissa Waddell, 1755 South College Avenue, College Place, Washington, 99324, (509) 525-4827, mwaddell@cpps.org and/or Section 504/ADA coordinator, Jim Fry, 1755 South College Avenue, College Place, Washington, 99324, (509) 525-4827, jfry@cpps.org