Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
Veterans Health Administration
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Department of Defense Education Activity
Department of Defense
Location
Fort Knox, Kentucky
Salary
$84,488 - $179,134
per sy
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for an occupational therapist at an elementary school on a military base in Fort Knox, Kentucky, where you'll help students overcome learning and daily living challenges by providing therapy and support tailored to their needs.
You'll work closely with kids, using your understanding of their backgrounds to motivate them and improve their skills in a safe school environment.
It's a great fit for compassionate professionals with experience in pediatric therapy who enjoy working in educational settings with military families.
Key Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- Degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
- Valid occupational therapy license or certification
- Experience working with children in educational or therapeutic settings
- Knowledge of child development and learning standards
- Ability to adhere to safety and security procedures in a school environment
- Strong counseling and motivational skills for student support
Full Job Description
About the Position: This position is located at Kingsolver Elementary School, Fort Knox, Kentucky for the Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA) IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If you are interested in applying, please follow this link: https://webapps.dodea.edu/eas/login.cfm DO NOT apply via USAJOBS Applications submitted to USAJOBS WILL NOT receive consideration.
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens FIND OUT MORE HERE: Teaching Categories and Requirements | DoDEA Major Duties:
- Supports, counsels, and motivates students to meet or exceed grade-level standards; draws on personal knowledge of the individual student's personality, background, and interests when discussing learning issues, achievements, and conduct in class.
- Adheres to and, when applicable, implements safety and security procedures; contributes to creating a school climate conducive to learning, achievement, and citizenship.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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