Occupational Therapist (School Districts)

Under the general supervision of a medical consultant or other certified personnel and the school principal, an incumbent in this class is responsible for providing occupational therapy in conjunction with a physician's diagnosis and prescription to facilitate rehabilitation of those students whose physical and/or motor disabilities interfere with their ability to experience maximum growth in an educational setting. Supervision may be exercised over an Occupational Therapy Assistant. Does related work as required.

Possession of a license and current registration issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as an Occupational Therapist.

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive an evaluation of their training and experience against the

There are no residence requirements to participate in the examination, but preference in appointment may be given to eligibles that have been residents in the appointing jurisdiction for 30 days prior to the examination and at the effective date of appointment.