The following resource provides an overview of the consultation model within the school-based system. The resources provided are recommended to assist new hires in orienting themselves to this model especially if they're transitioning from a medical mode/private practice setting.
New therapists entering the school-based system will need background regarding their role in the IEP team, how services are documented, etc. This topic may need to be revisited over time as the therapist gains more experience with IEPs or IFSPs.
The following resource provides information regarding Oregon's specific practice acts for both OT and PT. Webinars are included as well as specific documents for new hires to review.
The following included resources are for both OTs and PTs regarding their individual workload rating guidelines. Each of these guidelines can be downloaded directly from this resource in both .doc and .pdf formats. Higher priority: At the beginning of the year, discuss with the new therapist that IEP minutes are written for the IEP year and not the school year.Lower priority: Revisit the resources related to workload rating guidelines as well as district/program guidance related to indicating IEP minutes once the therapist has established their caseload.
The following included resources are for both OTs and PTs regarding their individual workload rating guidelines. Each of these guidelines can be downloaded directly from this resource in both .doc and .pdf formats. Higher priority: At the beginning of the year, discuss with the new therapist that IEP minutes are written for the IEP year and not the school year.Lower priority: Revisit the resources related to workload rating guidelines as well as district/program guidance related to indicating IEP minutes once the therapist has established their caseload.