Occupational Therapist #ESC9914

ExpertHiring • Pittsburg, CA

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About The Position

A public school district in California is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to support students with sensory-motor, developmental, and functional performance needs in an educational setting. The district serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing individualized, student-centered services that promote access, participation, and independence. This role delivers school-based occupational therapy services while collaborating closely with educators, families, and support staff to help students succeed in daily school activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited occupational therapy program (ACOTE-approved).
• Completion of all required fieldwork and eligibility for NBCOT certification.
• Valid California Occupational Therapist license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles related to physical, sensory, and developmental functioning.
• Ability to assess, plan, and implement interventions for sensory-motor and functional deficits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and educational staff.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of occupational therapy experience, preferably in school-based or pediatric settings.
• Experience supervising occupational therapy assistants.
• Familiarity with consultation models in educational environments.
• Background in transition planning and functional life-skills development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to address sensory-motor, functional, and developmental needs.
• Conduct screenings, evaluations, and assessments to identify occupational performance deficits.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized occupational therapy treatment plans and goals.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to align therapy goals with educational programming.
• Support transition planning and exit planning for students receiving occupational therapy services.
• Provide consultation, training, and guidance to staff and families on classroom and home strategies.
• Supervise and provide direction to occupational therapy assistants as assigned.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, reports, and records in compliance with regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees