Occupational Therapist
Location: Navasota
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Up to $5,000 Placement and Retention Bonus Occupational
Therapist Key Responsibilities: Treatment Planning : Create and
deliver treatment programs for students aged birth to 22 based on
their IEPs or medical plans. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary
team to set goals and accommodations. Oversee and support
Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as needed. Consultation &
Instruction : Act as a district-wide resource by offering
consultation, training, and support to educational staff and
caregivers. Build and maintain positive relationships with
students, parents, and staff, and coordinate with medical personnel
to implement home programs. Data Collection & Documentation :
Conduct comprehensive evaluations of students' needs, perform
initial and ongoing assessments, and complete annual and triennial
reviews. Maintain timely and compliant documentation, and provide
detailed reports on student progress. Time Off Management for
Full-Time School Employees : Employees are encouraged to schedule
their time off during school breaks. Time off requests will be
reviewed and approved by the supervisor to ensure minimal
disruption to normal operations. Occupational Therapist
Qualifications: Licensure : Current Occupational Therapist license
in the state where services are delivered or eligibility to obtain
such licensure; NBCOT registration preferred. Clearances : DOJ/FBI
Livescan Background Check and TB Clearance required; must be
eligible to work in the US. Experience : Preferred experience in
school or treatment settings with students facing learning or
social-emotional challenges, including involvement with IEPs.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills : Proficient in sensory integration
techniques and supporting students with disabilities;
certifications in Pro-Act, CPI, and/or CPR are helpful.
Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills
in English. Occupational Therapist Physical Demands Environment :
Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes. Activity : Frequent
engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking,
and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable
accommodations. Sensory : Ability to perform essential job
functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations,
including working in moderate to high noise levels. This job
description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as
needed. PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all
qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion,
national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by
law.
Keywords: , Pasadena , Occupational Therapist, Healthcare , Navasota, Texas
