Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time (SY 2026 – 2027) (Temporary – Employee Leave)

Date Posted:                          10/09/2026

Location:                                Mid-Ohio ESC Districts

Date Available:                      January 2027 – May 2027 (Temporary – Employee Leave)

Reports To:                             Director of Student Services

Employment Status:              As Determined by the Director of Student Services

FLSA:                                       Exempt  

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

In collaboration with each child’s special education team, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessment, planning, goal development and implementing appropriate intervention services. Occupational Therapy services focus on assisting students in developing functional life skills, which may include fine motor, sensory processing, self-help, and prevocational skills. Services may also include providing adaptive equipment or assistive technology to increase independent functioning in the school environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

B.A. or B.S. Degree in Occupational Therapy or higher or international equivalent.

Successful completion of the National Board for certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. exam

License from the State of Ohio Occupational Section of the Occupational Therapy - Physical Therapy - Athletic Trainer board.

ODE license-Pupil Services-Occupational Therapist

Successfully pass BCI/FBI records checks

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Carry out evaluations and re-evaluations procedures for identified students

Plan and develop therapeutic intervention goals and plans of care that are educationally relevant, used in students’ educational programs, and monitored for progress

Maintain a system of documentation that is professional, efficient, and accountable that conforms to state and agency policies and practice standards

Maintain therapy inventory, equipment and supplies

Communicate results of evaluations and reports of occupational therapy services to the educational staff, parents, students, and when appropriate, other professionals and agencies concerned with the students

Attend staff meetings and other school meetings as requested

Attend and facilitate in-service education and professional development for educational teams

Professionally supervise and monitor the job performance of any assigned occupational therapy assistants and OT/OTA students

Monitor occupational therapy services by teaching and supervising other professionals and paraprofessionals who are involved in with the implementation of the intervention procedures

Provide consultation to the educational system regarding student needs, professional needs, and system needs in order for the system to achieve its goals and objectives

Work cooperatively as a member of the therapy team

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrate findings with other disciplines, offer recommendations, and develop individual education plans and plans of care to achieve IEP goals

Attend to additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

All other duties as assigned.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Possesses a high level of professional and ethical standards

Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct

Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment

Effectively uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills

Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual

Organizes tasks and manages time effective

Meets deadlines despite time constraints

Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals

Wears work attire appropriate for the position

Accepts responsibility

Exhibits a positive outlook

Takes initiative

Exhibits a service mentality and is responsive to internal and external client requests for service

Good Communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to work well with others and maintain confidentiality

Participates in professional development that relates to the position

Operate standard office equipment including computers, word processing, spreadsheets and communication software

Shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout employment at Mid-Ohio ESC

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasional exposure to blood and bodily fluids

Occasional interaction among unruly students/adults, including the need to intervene physically in crisis prevention

Physical abilities include standing, walking, sitting for extended periods, operating a computer, talking/hearing, near and far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision required and occasionally to reach with hands and arms

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance

Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods

Operate standard office equipment including computers, word processing, spreadsheets and communication software

This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Travel among schools and districts is required

Shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout employment at Mid-Ohio ESC.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated according to Mid-Ohio ESC board policy. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor, appointing authority, or designee.

The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.