Adelphi is seeking a School Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide occupational therapy evaluations, interventions, and related services to students receiving special education services in Northern Colorado school settings. The Occupational Therapist will work collaboratively with educators, families, and multidisciplinary team members to help students access their educational programs, participate in school activities, and make progress toward their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
Job Quick Facts
Reference #: BD-1438-01
Profession: Allied Health
Specialty: School Occupational Therapist
Location: Fort Collins/Larimer County, Colorado
Facility Type: K12 School
Job Type: Contract
Contract Duration: To be determined based on assignment
Schedule: As assigned based on school and student needs
Service Delivery: On-site
Compensation: $55 per hour
Requirements
Current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification
Active Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies occupational therapy license
Current Colorado Department of Education Special Services Provider professional license
Experience providing occupational therapy services to school-aged students preferred
Knowledge of special education services, IEP implementation, and educationally relevant occupational therapy
Ability to conduct occupational therapy evaluations and prepare clear, timely reports
Ability to document services accurately within the Districts designated Medicaid documentation system
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, physical therapists, administrators, families, and other service providers
Ability to maintain student confidentiality and comply with applicable federal, state, and District requirements
Successful completion of District-required fingerprinting and criminal background screening before beginning services
Responsibilities
Provide direct occupational therapy services and interventions to students identified as requiring OT services through an IEP.
Review student records, evaluation results, educational needs, and IEP requirements before initiating services.
Conduct occupational therapy evaluations, observations, screenings, and reassessments as requested.
Develop measurable, educationally relevant recommendations, goals, interventions, and treatment strategies.
Implement individualized interventions addressing fine-motor, visual-motor, sensory, self-care, positioning, assistive technology, and functional school participation needs, as applicable.
Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and modify interventions based on student response and documented need.
Accurately document service delivery, attendance, progress, and other required information in the designated Medicaid and District systems.
Prepare evaluation reports, progress updates, recommendations, and other required documentation within established timelines.
Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, parent conferences, and other student-related meetings.
Collaborate with special education teachers, general education teachers, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, physical therapists, administrators, and families.
Provide consultation, classroom strategies, equipment recommendations, and environmental modifications to support student participation.
Use appropriate occupational therapy materials, specialized tools, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology necessary to perform assigned services.
Serve multiple assigned students at a school location during the scheduled workday when requested.
Maintain professional boundaries and refrain from completing or providing answers to student classwork or homework.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with District policies, safety procedures, ethical standards, and applicable special education regulations.
Perform other duties consistent with the occupational therapy assignment.
