Virtual Occupational Therapist - Full & Part Time (Florida)

Company Summary:

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small.

Position Summary:

Working from his/her home, the Occupational Therapist will provide occupational therapy to K-12 students who are enrolled in Connections Academy virtual public schools. The OT will connect with students using webcams and web conferencing software, while using the company's online Education Management System as well as other tools to manage his/her caseload.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality, direct occupational therapy services to assigned students in accordance with the student’s mandated IEP and service goals:
• Conduct screenings and formal and informal evaluations of all students’ occupational therapy needs using documented best practices;
• Be an expert on state specific policies and procedures for implementing Occupational Therapy services;
• Write evaluation reports, progress notes, and individualized education plans
• Log all student interactions within the EMS platform including detailed therapy notes that follow Medicaid guidelines
• Serve as an IEP team member by attending meetings and submitting paperwork as needed to maintain compliance with federal, state and school guidelines,
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with occupational therapy needs as well as school special education staff to ensure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with occupational therapy needs and potential learning issues;
• Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process for select students;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the company’s Education Management System and special education software, including updating secondary IEP systems as directed;
• Maintain a positive working relationship between the OT team, and the schools and programs we serve;
• Review and analyze a variety of reports to maintain compliance;
• Obtain and maintain all required licenses and clearances as assigned;
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Pearson is focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees, including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions. We believe that flexibility in work/life balance is a critical part of our culture and employee satisfaction, and we are proud to provide our employees with the ability to work from anywhere, anytime. In exchange, we require that employees have the appropriate means to work remotely, including adherence to our work at home policies regarding home office setup, including but not limited to- privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards and expectations.  

The following equipment will be required to be provided by the therapist:

• Mouse (required)
• Keyboard (required)

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from a ACOTE accredited institution
• NBCOT Certification
• Valid Board and/or Department of Education License for Occupational Therapy for your state of residence and the state you will be assigned to work in
• Ability to obtain and maintain multiple required state certifications and clearances as assigned
• 2+ years' experience in K-12 school setting
• Strong technology skills
• High degree of flexibility and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Flexibility in work hours (but they must be during school hours – from 8 am to 8 pm) and they could change with caseload assignments and student location
• Conduct evaluations from an approved list of evidence-based, normed assessments

Capabilities:

• Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with customers and uses those to improve their experience and outcomes.
• Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate.
• Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems with peers, builds trust and support.
• Takes personal responsibility – Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well, demonstrates “ownership” regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities.

Behaviors:

• High level of integrity and transparency;
• High degree of flexibility;
• Positive attitude;
• Evidence of a strong work ethic;
• Demonstrated team player;