PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

 

1.       Explain the role and value of occupational therapy in various settings.

2.       Define the scope and practice of the Occupational Therapy Assistant within various practice settings.

3.       Adhere to school, program, and fieldwork policies and procedures.

4.       Manage time wisely in classroom and fieldwork settings.

5.       Display respect for self and others.

6.       Modify behavior in response to constructive feedback.

7.       Communicate personal and professional needs to supervisor.

8.       Demonstrate effective problem solving skills.

9.       Maintain treatment area, equipment, supplies, and department records.

10.   Collect pertinent information from written data sources (e.g. charts, records), interviews, and observations as part of the OT process.

11.   Correctly administer assigned assessments under the direction of an OT.

12.   Collaborate with an OT in planning an intervention program.

13.   Select appropriate activities to meet established goals.

14.   Implement treatment programs as per the treatment plan and adjust intervention techniques according to needs of the client.

15.   Communicate with client and/or caregiver regarding the intervention plan and strategies.

16.   Utilize principles of group process when working with groups.

17.   Communicate changes in client status, treatment, and/or progress with supervisor.

18.   Report factual information in written and verbal form to supervisor and team members.

19.   Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with recipients of OT services.

20.   Attend to safety needs in all educational environments.

21.   Display professional behavior in classroom and fieldwork settings.

22.   Orient client and/or caregivers to nature and purpose of the occupational therapy program.

23.   Maintain confidentiality.

24.   Maintain accurate written records.

25.   Provide quality services in a variety of practice settings, within the scope of practice, adhering to applicable rules and regulations, and within the professional Code of Ethics.

26.   Participate in identifying research investigation topics and analyze articles relevant to topic.

27.   Participate in continuing education opportunities to promote continued professional growth, sustain learning, network with other occupational therapy practitioners, and develop professional behaviors.