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Certified occupational therapy assistant

Olean City School District

410 West Sullivan Street

Olean , NY 14760

Classified - Position - Occupational Therapy Asst (COTA) - competitive

Job Number 3300051451

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DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is a skilled position involving

responsibility for assisting an Occupational Therapist in the application of treatment procedures. The

work is performed under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist who evaluates the

individual, develops the treatment plan, designates treatment procedures to be followed, and fosters

professional development of the Therapy Assistant. Progress and observations are reported to

the Occupational Therapist who modifies the treatment to promote maximum rehabilitative and

restorative measures. Supervision may be exercised over the work of assigned Occupational

Therapy Aides. A CertifiedOccupationalTherapyAssistant does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Carries out occupational therapy procedures by working 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 care and related

activities; May fabricate and apply splints and assistive devices, trains individuals 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 personnel in the formulation of an individual's care plans;

May supervise Occupational Therapy Aides as directed by the Occupational Therapist;

Observes, records, and reports reactions to occupational therapy treatments and programs;

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.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

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 resident disabilities; ability

to observe, record, and report responses to treatment; ability to work effectively with the ill and disables;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently certified by the New York State Education

Department as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Terms of Employment:

Ten (10) month position based on school calendar.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of

the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

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Salary: From 42386.00

Salary: To 91948.00

Salary Competitive Y

Position Status Full time

Start Date July 1,2025

Additional Job Information

Interviews will be ongoing until positions are filled.

Contact Person's Name Dr. Michael Irizarry

Contact Person's Title Assistant Superintendent for Academic Services

Contact Person's Phone 716-375-8032

Contact Person's Email [email protected]

Job Posting Link https://www.oleanschools.org/Page/5715