Therapy Coordinator

LOGAN COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
An Equal Opportunity Employer
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Therapy Services
Coordinator Reports To: Early Childhood Director

Division: Early Childhood Civil Service Status: Classified Professional FT

Schedule: Monday – Friday FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $ 31.61 - $48.94 per hr. Hours:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Days: 210

QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational, Physical, or Speech Therapy Program and holds a current license from one of the Ohio Therapy Licensure Boards.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Valid license from Ohio Department of Education for specified Therapy.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass a medical fitness for duty examination including chemical dependency test; must pass criminal background check; valid driver's license with less than six (6) points on BMV report; must possess and provide proof of current auto insurance coverage pursuant to agency policy; must complete all Public School Works employee training as per Employee Safety Training Guide (may be acquired after employment). Must be physically capable to lift, carry, and move enrollees in a safe manner according to in-service training.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Supervises therapy services and support staff
• Ensures sound communication among staff and parents.
• Coordinates therapy services to carry out Individual Family Service Plans and Individualized Education

Plans.

• Evaluate therapy staff annually.
• Recommend hiring and assignment of staff.
• Assures contractual service requirements are met.
• Coordinate staff development programs and monitor certification.
• Fulfil duties of applicable therapy service as described in the therapy position description.
• Performs related duties as assigned by administration.
• Shall maintain professional ethics in keeping with the confidentiality of information and materials which he/she will come in contact with.
• As necessary employee shall comply with Safety Rules established for the purpose of fulfilling compliance with Ohio Employment Risk Reduction Standards, Rules, or Orders through the utilization of protective equipment and decontamination techniques.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101 and OAC 4112-5-8;

1. Follows established procedures as defined by the Logan County Board of Developmental
Disabilities.

2. Communicates effectively in a team-oriented environment to enhance safety and overall wellbeing of the student.

3. Supervise and coordinate duties of therapy staff and do annual evaluations.
4. Oversee and provide occupational therapy services and instruction to enrollees under the supervision of the Early Childhood Director/Principal.
5. Clerical duties, including documentation of therapy and interactions consistent with professional standards; completes accident and incident reports as indicated.
6. As necessary employee shall comply with Safety Rules established for the purpose of fulfilling compliance with Ohio Employment Risk Reduction Standards, Rules, or Orders, through the utilization of protective equipment and decontamination techniques.

7. Must be able to lift, carry and move students in a safe manner, according to in-service training.
8. Maintains required certifications and licenses.
9. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Promotes and implements the mandates of the LCBDD in a professional, positive, and efficient manner.
• Maintaining confidentiality is required.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
• Preserving a valid certification, licensure or registration is expected for those positions that require such in order to continue employment.
• It is essential for the employee to maintain all training and in-services required by the position.
• The LCBDD promotes a non-hostile and non-discriminating work environment. Employees must adhere to respectful conduct and language at all times. The Board expects all employees to follow policies/procedures of the department and Agency rules and regulations.

COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:
Experience in school based practice or pediatric experience is preferred to provide early intervention and preschool services for children with developmental disabilities.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: Nursing, Music Specialist, PT, COTA, Psychologist, Gross Motor
Spec, Speech Therapist, Secretary Clerk 2, Behavioral Intervention Specialist

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Office and Technology Equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position may involve exposure to individuals with medical and behavioral risks.
• Working conditions may exist that are not such as normally exist in the occupation of the public employee.

These conditions may include exposure to blood borne pathogens, communicable disease, potentially infectious materials, and/or aggressive behavior.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.61 - $48.94 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location