Occupational Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant educational program.
• Current and valid California Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Current NBCOT certification, if required by the position or applicable credentialing requirements.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Knowledge of pediatric development, occupational therapy interventions, and therapeutic techniques.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently within the established supervisory structure and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to complete required background checks and employment clearances.
• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, squat, bend, and transition between floor and standing positions throughout the workday.
• Ability to participate in active, play-based therapeutic activities with children.
• Ability to lift, carry, and reposition therapy materials and equipment, and assist clients with mobility or positioning as appropriate.
• Ability to provide hands-on therapeutic assistance while maintaining proper body mechanics and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience providing occupational therapy services to children in a pediatric outpatient clinic, school, or early intervention setting.
• Experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, ADHD, and motor coordination difficulties.
• Familiarity with sensory integration approaches, self-regulation strategies, fine motor development, and activities of daily living.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary pediatric therapy teams.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and insurance-based documentation requirements.
• Strong parent education and caregiver coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services to pediatric clients in individual and group settings.
• Facilitate therapeutic activities targeting fine motor coordination, gross motor participation, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, motor planning, self-regulation, and activities of daily living.
• Adapt therapeutic activities, materials, and environmental supports to each child’s developmental level and individual needs.
• Use play-based, functional, and evidence-informed interventions to promote participation and independence.
• Monitor client responses to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, and recommended modifications to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Promote generalization of therapeutic skills across home, school, and community environments.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, engaging, and therapeutic treatment environment.
• Complete accurate, timely, and professional treatment notes in the company’s electronic medical record system.
• Document treatment activities, client responses, progress toward established goals, and relevant caregiver education.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with company policies, payer requirements, and applicable professional and regulatory standards.
• Communicate changes in client performance, treatment needs, or clinical concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Assist the supervising Occupational Therapist with clinical observations and treatment-related information for progress reports and reassessments.
• Follow established treatment plans and obtain appropriate direction before implementing significant treatment modifications.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable privacy requirements.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Speech-Language Pathology Assistants, Physical Therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Communicate professionally with parents and caregivers about treatment activities, home practice strategies, and functional progress within the COTA’s scope of practice.
• Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and collaborative treatment planning as appropriate.
• Support a family-centered approach that encourages caregiver participation and carryover of therapeutic strategies.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with clients, families, colleagues, and referral sources.
• Work under the direction and supervision of a California-licensed Occupational Therapist in accordance with California Board of Occupational Therapy requirements.
• Participate in scheduled supervisory meetings, clinical consultations, and treatment reviews.
• Recognize professional limitations and refer clinical decisions requiring an Occupational Therapist to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain active California licensure and applicable professional credentials.
• Participate in continuing education, professional development, and company-sponsored training.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, ethical conduct, and adherence to professional standards.
• Maintain an organized and consistent treatment schedule in coordination with administrative and clinical teams.
• Meet company expectations for productivity, documentation, attendance, and clinical performance.
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled treatment sessions, meetings, and supervisory activities.
• Communicate scheduling concerns, cancellations, and changes in availability promptly.
• Assist with maintaining continuity of care when scheduling adjustments are necessary.
• Complete clinical documentation and assigned responsibilities within established timelines.
• Use non-treatment time productively for documentation, treatment preparation, collaboration, and other assigned duties.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe treatment spaces and equipment.
• Follow infection control, sanitation, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Promptly report client incidents, injuries, safety concerns, and unusual occurrences according to company policy.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Support the mission, values, clinical standards, and operational goals of Stepping Stones Therapy, Inc.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the COTA’s scope of practice as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off and applicable paid sick leave.
• Paid holidays for eligible employees.
• Employer-sponsored health insurance benefits for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions, subject to plan terms.
• Continuing education and professional development support.
• Professional licensure and certification reimbursement, when applicable.
• Productivity-based incentive opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.