Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Wilmington Public Schools seeks a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) who provides high-quality services and consultation across the district in collaboration with supervising Occupational Therapist building-based and district staff. To assist in implementing Occupational Therapy services for an assigned caseload of students. Make appropriate occupational therapy referrals and program recommendations with input from clinical supervisor as appropriate. To participate as a member of the education team by performing assessments writing progress reports and attending TEAM meetings and may not interpret data beyond the scope of his/her occupational therapy assistant education. Supervision from a licensed Occupational Therapist to be provided as needed and required by the guidelines of the Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions. Participation in individually assigned schools MTSS (student support) process for universal screenings and participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 planning and problem solving for student supports. Plan and implement occupational therapy interventions to identified students with input from clinical supervisor as appropriate. To keep thorough and ongoing records for individual students receiving occupational therapy. Consult with teachers and other professionals to supplement and complement other therapeutic and educational efforts. To maintain ongoing communication with supervising Occupational Therapist regarding status of students on caseload and related issues. Works in conjunction with the team to create Educational Plans for annual reviews and provides input for students who are involved with the three-year re-evaluation or initial evaluation. Provide input to clinical supervisor regarding caseload program issues and upcoming evaluations/referrals. As appropriate share knowledge and information related to Occupational Therapy services with staff and parents. Prepare required written occupational therapy progress notes and IEPs with input from clinical supervisor as appropriate. Maintain all necessary and appropriate records for public schools. Attends meetings and conferences as needed. Summer services as required by students IEPs. All other necessary duties as requested by Supervising Occupational Therapist and/or Coordinator of Special Education as required to fulfill the responsibilities of an Occupational Therapy Assistant.