Virtual Supervising Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) - Delaware

Qualifications

• Dual Licensure Requirement: Active, valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the Delaware Board of Occupational Therapy Practice AND active professional licensure in the state where you currently reside (if different)
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
• Minimum of 2+ years of school-based experience practicing within the last 5 years
• At least 1+ full year of post-licensure clinical experience required to supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) under Delaware Board regulations

• Current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification (OTR)• Demonstrated supervisory experience and thorough understanding of Delaware Board of Occupational Therapy Practice supervision rules, collaborative plans, and log documentation

• Comprehensive familiarity with Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) special education regulations, IEP development, and Section 504 plans
• Comfortable conducting telepractice evaluations (fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor) and providing remote COTA clinical oversight 

 Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision & COTA Collaboration

• Establish and maintain collaborative supervisory plans for onsite Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with Delaware state board requirements
• Provide regular virtual direct and indirect clinical supervision, case reviews, and treatment plan guidance for the COTA
• Review, co-sign, and evaluate treatment data, therapy notes, and student progress submitted by the COTA
• Conduct regular performance appraisals and consultative case reviews to ensure high-fidelity service delivery across assigned school sites 

 Evaluations & IEP Leadership

• Administer, score, and interpret comprehensive initial evaluations and triennial re-evaluations to determine educational need and IEP eligibility (COTAs may not evaluate or develop plans independently)
• Design, update, and manage student IEP goals, accommodation profiles, and individualized treatment plans
• Lead and participate actively in virtual IEP team meetings, multidisciplinary evaluation reviews, and parent conferences
• Consult with special education teachers, general education teams, and related service providers on classroom motor strategies, adaptive seating, and assistive technology

 Documentation & State Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with Delaware special education evaluation timelines, DDOE guidelines, board supervisory records, and IDEA mandates
• Oversee and maintain accurate direct/indirect service logs, supervisory documentation, and quarterly IEP progress reports
• Maintain complete compliance records for all supervised assistants as mandated by the Delaware Board of Occupational Therapy Practice 

 Technology & Virtual Delivery

• Utilize interactive telepractice platforms, secure digital assessment tools, and video-conferencing technology for evaluations and supervision
• Coordinate with onsite school e-helpers, facilitators, and COTA staff to maintain seamless virtual assessments and session schedules
• Provide remote coaching and visual demonstration for classroom accommodations and sensory carryover

Benefits of Role
• 1099 Independent Contractor Status
• Available for FT or PT schedules
• Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours (evaluations, supervision meetings, IEP meetings, and documentation)
• Competitive Hourly Pay Rates
• Flexibility with schedule and working 100% from home

For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!
📍 (678) 538-6734
📍 [email protected]