Occupational Therapist

Provides Occupational Therapy (OT) assessment and intervention services to students in schools with disabilities. Performs other duties as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:   * Screen and assess students with a variety of physical and developmental problems to determine the need for services and to recommend strategies, adaptations and/or modifications that support the educational program or setting.  * Determine the need for and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment.  * Participate in the determination of technology related needs and the provision of related staff training.  * Participate in the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), and the Individualized Education Program (IEP), Service Plans, or a 504 Plan.  * Provide any recommended therapy service.  * Consult with school personnel, parents, and other service providers.  * Participate in the transition planning for the students who move between programs.  * Participate in the transition planning for high school students who will move from school to post-school activities including the world of work and/or other aspects of community life.  * Meet the documentation requirements of federal, state, and Baltimore County regulations, as well as the requirements of the Maryland Board of Examiners for Occupational Therapy.  * Supervise and train paraprofessionals as assigned.  * Provide in-service training to families, school staff, and others, as needed.  * Collaborate with Physical Facilities on modifications for accessibility.  * Consults with schools regarding emergency evacuation of students with disabilities.  * Instruct bus drivers and assistants to safely assist and transport students with physical disabilities.  * Instruct and supervise graduate or undergraduate therapy students to work with children in an educational setting.  * Perform other duties as assigned.  QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training, and Experience:   * Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required. Master's degree preferred. Licenses and Certifications   * Licensure from the Maryland Board of Examiners for Occupational Therapy. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:   * Knowledge of the principles and practices of educational occupational therapy. * Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment. * Strong oral and written communication skills. * Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software. * Maintains privacy and confidential information. * Ability to use equipment and technology required for performance of job duties. * Behavior management skills. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:   * The work of this class is generally performed in school, community settings and office environments. Work requires the ability to move throughout schools and classrooms. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires travel to worksites throughout the county. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events. Persons in this position classification will be required to apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number with the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through the Maryland Department of Health’s Provider Revalidation and Enrollment Portal (ePREP).   Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required   GRADE:  View the TABCO 10 Month Employees Salary Scale [https://www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll/salary_scales]     SALARY:       $62,252 - $121,924      Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:   Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools [https://www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll] - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll [http://www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll]       OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.      FLSA STATUS: Exempt      RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.      BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.  Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.      Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement [https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement]      This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.      NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:     The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).     Application Instructions:   Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.   * Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).  Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.   * Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.     * Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment.  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.    * You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.      Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:   * Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.   * Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.       Proof of Degree Equivalency:   * Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx [https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx]      Pre-Employment Requirements:   * All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.    * Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.   * If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.   * Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.   * Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.   * All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.   * Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.   Contact Information:  Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.  Human Resource Officer  Phone: 443-809-4605  Email: sbarbieri@bcps.org [sbarbieri@bcps.org]  Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22nd largest school district in the nation and the 3rd largest in Maryland with over 21,000 employees supporting over 111,000 students.  BCPS has 26 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and 23 National Blue Ribbon schools, 32 magnet schools and 116 magnet programs.  Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future.  BCPS works to embrace all stakeholders, engage them in authentic collaboration and empower them to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel.  We hope you will join our dynamic community!  Apply to work at BCPS!