School Occupational Therapist

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, develop, implement, oversee and provide occupational therapy services and treatment to enhance fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing and other functional abilities and development among identified students with disabilities; observe, evaluate and develop occupational therapy treatment plans in response to student needs and disabilities; provide consultation and training to teachers, staff, parents and others concerning the development of student motor skills and related programs.

TESTING INFORMATION
The examination process may be comprised of multiple choice exam, performance assessment, computer skills exam, or any combination of assessment appropriate to determine technical ability to perform the duties listed in the job description.

Step 1: Application screening (pass/fail) Upon qualifying, applicants will be notified by email. When the Qualifications Appraisal Interviews have been scheduled, qualifying candidates will be emailed an invitation to participate in the qualifications appraisal interview.

Qualification Appraisal Interview: 100% examination weight

A Qualification Appraisal Interview for this classification is not scheduled at this time, however applicants may access the Job Details section in this posting to check for updates to testing information.

All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list.

ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION:
Step 1: $37.15/hr (initial placement)
Step 2: $39.32/hr (6 months)
Step 3: $41.60/hr (1 year)
Step 4: $44.02/hr (2 years)
Step 5: $46.61/hr (3 years)

All new hires will be placed at Step 1 of the salary schedule and will advance to Step 2 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period.

Longevity increments are offered based on years of service with the District: an additional 0.95% of base salary after completing 4 years of service, 3.85% at 9 years, 6.83% at 14 years, 9.90% at 19 years, 13.06% at 24 years.

BENEFITS
Please click the Benefits tab above or visit Classified Human Resources for a description of benefits offered.

TO APPLY
Applications may be filed online at: http://www.venturausd.org and MUST be submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date indicated.

Completed applications (including any supplemental applications, proof of licenses or certifications, etc.) MUST be submitted by the above deadlines. Late applications will not be accepted for consideration.

Applications must be sufficiently complete and specific to fully indicate the experience and other qualifications of each applicant. A resume or additional attachments may be included with the application, but may not be submitted in lieu of the required application packet. Falsification or omission of material fact is cause for rejection, removal from the eligibility list, or dismissal from employment.

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) may request accommodation if needed. In order for appropriate arrangements to be made for testing, your request must be received at the time your application is submitted. If special arrangements are not requested at the time the application is submitted, it is understood that no special accommodations are required. Documentation on the need for accommodation must accompany your request.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (Upon Offer of Employment) 
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