Occupational Therapist

School of Imagination•Dublin, CA

39d•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist Full-Time or Part-Time · Permanent or Temporary · School of Imagination | Dublin, CA We're hiring occupational therapists in more than one configuration — full-time or part-time, permanent or temporary (including coverage for an upcoming clinician leave), and we welcome per-diem / substitute OTs as well. If you're a licensed pediatric OT, apply and let's talk about the fit that works for you. About School of Imagination School of Imagination is an inclusive early childhood education and therapy center in Dublin, California, serving children birth through age 5 with a range of developmental needs and learning profiles. We integrate speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, and early intervention alongside our preschool program. Our mission is to bring out the extraordinary in every child — and we build that foundation through collaborative, family-centered, and evidence-based care. Our team members are passionate about children's development, mission-aligned, and committed to working across disciplines to ensure that every child leaves us with stronger communication, regulation, learning, and life skills. The Role: Occupational Therapist The Occupational Therapist at School of Imagination is a core clinical partner in an integrated early childhood developmental care system — not a stand-alone service provider. OT sits alongside Speech-Language Pathology, Applied Behavior Analysis, and Infant Development as one of four disciplines that collectively address communication, behavior, sensory regulation, motor development, and learning in young children. At SOI, OT strategies are embedded across classroom routines, treatment plans are built collaboratively with cross-discipline clinical teams, and skill generalization is a shared responsibility. The right candidate isn't just a strong clinician — they think in terms of the whole child and understand that the sensory and motor foundation they're building directly supports what the SLP, the BCBA, and the classroom educator are also working on. Key Responsibilities The OT in this role carries a clinical caseload (scaled to full-time or part-time) while contributing to the integrated care infrastructure. On a typical week, that includes: Assessment & Clinical Evaluation — Conduct standardized and clinical assessments of sensory processing, fine motor, gross motor, self-regulation, and functional daily living skills; write clear, actionable evaluation reports and treatment plans. Direct Service Delivery — Deliver individual and small-group therapy aligned to each child's treatment plan and IEP goals; document progress and adjust interventions based on child response. Interdisciplinary Collaboration — Participate in case conferences with Speech, ABA, and Infant Development colleagues; coordinate goals so approaches across disciplines are mutually reinforcing. Documentation & Compliance — Complete required documentation in CentralReach accurately and on time; maintain compliance with billing, licensing, and clinical documentation standards. Family & Caregiver Coaching — Provide parent and caregiver training to extend OT strategies into home and community settings. Clinical Leadership & Organizational Contribution — Contribute to cross-discipline structures, team culture, and continuous improvement (scaled to role).

Requirements

California OT License (OTR/L) — required to begin
Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
Commitment to interprofessional collaboration and evidence-based practice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills — particularly with families and interdisciplinary teams
Proficiency with electronic health records (familiarity with CentralReach preferred but not required)

Nice To Haves

2+ years in pediatric or early childhood settings
Experience with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, or sensory processing needs
Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish)
Training in sensory integration, neurodevelopmental approaches, or family-centered early intervention
Experience with IEP development and special education processes

Responsibilities

Conduct standardized and clinical assessments of sensory processing, fine motor, gross motor, self-regulation, and functional daily living skills; write clear, actionable evaluation reports and treatment plans.
Deliver individual and small-group therapy aligned to each child's treatment plan and IEP goals; document progress and adjust interventions based on child response.
Participate in case conferences with Speech, ABA, and Infant Development colleagues; coordinate goals so approaches across disciplines are mutually reinforcing.
Complete required documentation in CentralReach accurately and on time; maintain compliance with billing, licensing, and clinical documentation standards.
Provide parent and caregiver training to extend OT strategies into home and community settings.
Contribute to cross-discipline structures, team culture, and continuous improvement (scaled to role).