• Occupational Therapist - Corning & Bath School…

    Greater Southern Tier BOCES (Elmira, NY)


    Full-time (1.0 FTE), hours per day dependent upon location, 10-month school calendar position

     

    + Evaluates the degree of function and disability and completes and submits appropriate documentation to CSE, Administrative staff or principal.

    + Drafts appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting.

    + Evaluates and re-evaluates short-term objectives on a quarterly basis throughout the school year.

    + Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications.

    + Performs Occupational Therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician in accordance with state law.

    + Participates with other personnel in the formation of student's Individual Educational Program (IEP)

    + Instructs and participates in faculty in-service educational program.

    + Utilizes adaptive equipment, materials, and seating to permit the student to function more independently in the school environment.

    + Carries out the treatment program as identified through evaluation and IEP, and maintains appropriate and accurate documentation regarding assessment, planning and treatment outcome.

    + Instructs parents and school personnel regarding follow-up of therapy goals.

    + Supervises therapist assistant and documents in accordance with state law.

    + Identifies assistive technologies that will enhance student's functional performance and provides required documentation for funding.

    + Develops and refines gross motor skills to improve functional activities.

    + Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building assignment.

    + Carries out all other duties as assigned.

    Job Qualifications

    This is a competitive position pending the Civil Service Training and Experience exam. Valid NYS Registration/License as an Occupational Therapist required

     

    + Experience with students with special needs preferred.

     

    Application Deadline:08/05/2025

     

    Civil Service Title: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

     

    Job Number: 054 SPE25/26