The Northern Suburban Special Education District (NSSED) is a special education cooperative located about 30 miles north of Chicago, servicing more than 18 school districts across the North Shore. NSSED is hiring for both immediate and future (2018-2019 school year) Occupational Therapist positions. NSSED offers highly competative salary, benefits, and a 10 month work schedule. Additional information along with access to apply can be found at www.nssed.org. If you have any questions, please contact Alyssa Hughes, Employment Coordinator, at [email protected] or 847-831-5100 ext. 2288. Title or Position: Occupational Therapist Job Description: NSSED Occupational Therapists supports the NSSED student outcomes vision and helps students become successful, happy adults in home, school, work, and community by providing programs and services that ensure students: a) acquire/use knowledge and skills, b) interact well with others and have friends, c) take appropriate action to meet their needs, d) care about and contribute to society, and e) take actions to maintain health and wellness. The occupational therapist facilitates fine motor development and sensorimotor performance, promote independence in daily living skills, and increase functional skills through the use of adaptations. Core Competencies:
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Position Reports to: Physical/Occupational Therapy Program Coordinator |