[Hiring] Virtual Occupational Therapist @ACCEL Schools

Role Description

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly qualified Virtual Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist works with the school staff to coordinate and deliver Occupational Therapy services for qualifying students.

• Provide high-quality online Occupational therapy services to students according to the student’s IEPs
• Conduct OT evaluations and reevaluations as determined by the Special Education department
• Consult with teachers, other therapists, support staff, and families to facilitate classroom participation
• Develop, monitor, and report on goals; determine needs, design interventions utilizing research-based best practices
• Provide clear clinical documentation that supports progress and growth of students towards their documented goals
• Participate in IEP meetings and other meetings as needed
• Adequately complete, in a timely manner, all paperwork for the District and the State
• Model professionalism in all situations maintaining confidentiality and privacy
• Continually develop professional growth in areas related to OT
• Follow all school policies and procedures
• Participate in training and meetings as needed

Qualifications

• State issued Occupational Therapist license required, willingness to obtain across multiple states
• Proficiency with computers and online documentation skills
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality
• Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations
• Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated
• Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and/or company welfare
• Demonstrated leadership and management ability
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently
• Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

Benefits

• The annual starting salary for this position is $60,000 - $70,000.
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off to cover sick, vacation, and personal absences