State of Oklahoma
Motor Therapist (OT/PT)
Temporary
Agency: 340 Oklahoma State Department of Health Supervisory Organization: 340 Tulsa County Early Intervention Job Posting End Date: June 26, 2025 Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Job Type: Regular Compensation: Up to $30.28 an hour based on experience and education. Location: Tulsa County SoonerStart Salary: Up to $30.28 an hour based on education and experience. Full Time/Part Time: Part Time Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Primary Hours: 8 AM-5 PM Position Description: The Motor Therapist (OT/PT) is responsible for SoonerStart is Oklahoma's early intervention program designed to meet the needs of families with infants and toddlers (ages birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays and/or disabilities in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The program builds upon and provides supports and resources to assist family members to enhance infants or toddler's learning and development through everyday learning opportunities. The Occupational Therapists in the SoonerStart program is primarily responsible to examine and treat children with physical impairments and/or difficulties through the use of physical modalities, self-care and neurological needs. The goal is to assist the caregiver and child improve mobility and function to increase independent movement and other skills necessary for functioning in daily routines. This position is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of Occupational Therapy. Services are provided in the child's natural environment settings in which children typically spend time, for example, home or childcare. Services include screenings, evaluations, intervention, and parent education. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Provides early intervention services in the child and family's natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.) Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatments/intervention based on developmental indications. Completes child assessments concerning developmental, educational, and social skills/abilities. Participates in family interview. Conducts intakes, including client interviews, and conducts assessments to make appropriate recommendations for services. Participates in the development and implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan according to state and federal guidelines. Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child health and development services. Develops a treatment plan to address areas of need including routine-based activities, neuro-motor and sensory-motor function/activities and child/family coaching and education sessions. Participates in the assessment, design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices. Evaluates the child's response to treatment/intervention and makes recommendations on changes in treatment as required. Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations. Participates as a mentor to Occupational Therapy Interns during their fieldwork experience. Being present in the office is an essential function of this job. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Level II: Occupational Therapist II is the career level where incumbents perform all duties of an occupational therapist at the full performance level. The incumbent will assume a lead role in evaluation, assessment, program planning and intervention. Requirements at this level consist of a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current Oklahoma license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. Plus, one year of professional experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist; or an advanced level Master's degree or Doctorate in pediatric rehabilitative services, pediatric occupational therapy, special education, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional occupational therapy; of therapeutic techniques and their application; and of the materials used in occupational therapy programs. Ability is required to use therapeutic equipment and materials; to evaluate various skills and abilities; to administer prescribed treatments or conduct planned activities; to establish effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; and to mentor occupational therapy student interns during field work experience. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed in the child's natural environment (home or childcare setting) or in an office environment with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. Telework and the provision of services remotely may also be required. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and may lift up to 35 pounds. Travel Requirements: Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with any of these positions. Occasional in-state overnight and weekend travel may be required. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Temporary
Agency: 340 Oklahoma State Department of Health Supervisory Organization: 340 Tulsa County Early Intervention Job Posting End Date: June 26, 2025 Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Job Type: Regular Compensation: Up to $30.28 an hour based on experience and education. Location: Tulsa County SoonerStart Salary: Up to $30.28 an hour based on education and experience. Full Time/Part Time: Part Time Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Primary Hours: 8 AM-5 PM Position Description: The Motor Therapist (OT/PT) is responsible for SoonerStart is Oklahoma's early intervention program designed to meet the needs of families with infants and toddlers (ages birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays and/or disabilities in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The program builds upon and provides supports and resources to assist family members to enhance infants or toddler's learning and development through everyday learning opportunities. The Occupational Therapists in the SoonerStart program is primarily responsible to examine and treat children with physical impairments and/or difficulties through the use of physical modalities, self-care and neurological needs. The goal is to assist the caregiver and child improve mobility and function to increase independent movement and other skills necessary for functioning in daily routines. This position is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of Occupational Therapy. Services are provided in the child's natural environment settings in which children typically spend time, for example, home or childcare. Services include screenings, evaluations, intervention, and parent education. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Provides early intervention services in the child and family's natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.) Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatments/intervention based on developmental indications. Completes child assessments concerning developmental, educational, and social skills/abilities. Participates in family interview. Conducts intakes, including client interviews, and conducts assessments to make appropriate recommendations for services. Participates in the development and implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan according to state and federal guidelines. Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child health and development services. Develops a treatment plan to address areas of need including routine-based activities, neuro-motor and sensory-motor function/activities and child/family coaching and education sessions. Participates in the assessment, design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices. Evaluates the child's response to treatment/intervention and makes recommendations on changes in treatment as required. Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations. Participates as a mentor to Occupational Therapy Interns during their fieldwork experience. Being present in the office is an essential function of this job. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Level II: Occupational Therapist II is the career level where incumbents perform all duties of an occupational therapist at the full performance level. The incumbent will assume a lead role in evaluation, assessment, program planning and intervention. Requirements at this level consist of a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current Oklahoma license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. Plus, one year of professional experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist; or an advanced level Master's degree or Doctorate in pediatric rehabilitative services, pediatric occupational therapy, special education, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional occupational therapy; of therapeutic techniques and their application; and of the materials used in occupational therapy programs. Ability is required to use therapeutic equipment and materials; to evaluate various skills and abilities; to administer prescribed treatments or conduct planned activities; to establish effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; and to mentor occupational therapy student interns during field work experience. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed in the child's natural environment (home or childcare setting) or in an office environment with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. Telework and the provision of services remotely may also be required. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and may lift up to 35 pounds. Travel Requirements: Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with any of these positions. Occasional in-state overnight and weekend travel may be required. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.