Occupational Therapist 2026-2027 SY

POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: A full contract for this position is 190 days, with benefits as specified in employee contract.

LOCATION: District Wide

Primary Purpose:

Evaluate, intervene, consult, and deliver services as required by the school districts, community agencies, and HCDE.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Masters Degree from an accredited university
• Current License issued by the Arkansas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

• Effective/efficient oral and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation to/from work and between work-sites
• Efficient mobility within the work-site
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• General knowledge of computer systems and software applications
• Ability to serve as supervisor for occupational therapy assistant and serve as professional student supervisor

• Experience in a school setting desirable
• One year of experience preferred

• Use evidence in practice, evaluation, data collection, documentation and recommendations.
• Evaluate to determine educational need for services.
• Provide intervention to support student participation and performance in accordance with state laws and/or professional standards.
• Document and maintain service-related records.
• Participate in professional growth activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must have the ability to lift at least 20 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting, and kneeling.