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Job description: Skilled Nursing facility is hiring experienced certified occupational therapy assistant for 13-week contracts in Santa Clara, CA. Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday- Thursday Job Responsibilities: • Patient Care: Implement OT treatment plans, provide therapy (e.g., fine motor, sensory integration), guide use of adaptive equipment, and teach daily living skills., • Monitoring & Documentation: Observe patients, record progress, report to the supervising OT, and complete necessary paperwork., • Patient & Family Education: Teach strategies for managing conditions and improving function., • Collaboration: Work within an interdisciplinary team (OTs, PTs, etc.) to ensure comprehensive care., • Environment Adaptation: Help clients adapt environments or tasks for greater independence (e.g., at home, work, or school). Requirements: Active CA COTA License/Certification At least 1 year of recent experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

About Brightside Brightside Speech Therapy is an in-home and in-school pediatric therapy clinic that serves families in Contra Costa County. We are growing rapidly and are excited to add a personable, motivated pediatric occupational therapist to our team. We specialize in early intervention services but are open to a wide range of skills and experiences. Candidates will have the opportunity to work alongside our founder to shape company culture, grow into leadership positions, and build a best-in-class therapy team. For more information, please check out our website at ! Job Summary Candidates can provide therapy on a full or part-time basis, including the option of 4, 10-hour days. Our therapists will work in-home or in-school, including daycare or private preschool environments. Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Responsibilities • Evaluate and diagnose functional delays and disorders in children from birth to adolescence using both standardized and informal assessments, • Create and implement evidence-based individualized treatment plans to address the specific goals related to fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and daily living skills using a play-based and family-centered approach, • Provide education and parent/caregiver coaching to families and other professionals, • Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes, • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes, • Work collaboratively with professionals from other disciplines on a child’s therapy team Benefits • Competitive Salary, • Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • 401(K) with Employer Matching, • Mileage Reimbursement, • Paid Time Off, • Opportunities for Advancement Requirements • Master’s degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program, • Current and valid Occupational Therapist license in the state of California (or applicable state), • NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy) certification, • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (for in-home or community-based visits, if applicable), • Ability to commute between families’ homes and schools, • Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate approach to therapy, • Ability to conduct thorough patient assessments and develop effective treatment plans, • Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals Preferred • At least 2-3 years of experience working in pediatric occupational therapy Work Location: On the road

Company Description Eat. Play. Love. Occupational Therapy Inc. is a dynamic, child- and family-centered pediatric practice committed to helping children thrive through meaningful, play-based therapy. We believe in a holistic, collaborative approach where families, caregivers, and therapists work together to support each child’s unique developmental journey. Founded and led by CEO Lindsey Wood, MOT, OTR/L, Eat. Play. Love OT is known for innovative programming, community partnerships, and a warm, supportive clinical environment where therapists feel valued and empowered. Our mission is simple: help children grow with confidence and help families feel seen, supported, and connected. Role Description Eat. Play. Love OT is seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. This role can be part-time or full-time, depending on candidate preference. The OT will provide high-quality pediatric therapy services, conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, collaborate closely with families and caregivers, and help children build the foundational skills they need to thrive at home, school, and in the community. We value clinicians who are creative, compassionate, self-driven, and excited to bring play, purpose, and joy into the lives of the families we serve. Responsibilities • Provide pediatric OT services using a play-based, relationship-centered approach, • Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans, • Implement evidence-informed interventions for sensory, motor, feeding, behavioral, and developmental needs, • Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary providers, • Provide parent coaching and home strategies, • Maintain documentation in accordance with best practices, • Manage your schedule with flexibility and autonomy, • Participate in team meetings, trainings, and optional community programming Qualifications • Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of California, • Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy, • Strong pediatric clinical skills, • Experience working with children in any therapeutic or educational setting, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Confidence in caregiver coaching and family collaboration, • Ability to problem-solve, think creatively, and self-start, • Organized, reliable, and excited to grow within a supportive team

At Wayfinder Family Services, we understand the unique challenges facing some of our state's most vulnerable children, youth and adults. We believe in the amazing potential in each and every one of them and find a way to turn that potential into reality. Program and Role Summary Young children in the Bay Area who have experienced developmental delays, and/or are visually impaired receive critical early intervention and education services from Wayfinder’s Child Development Services. Our interventionists work with our clients to increase visual functioning, sensory awareness, communication and social skills, and improve physical, cognitive and emotional development. Families learn to become successful advocates for their children’s education and care. Our occupational therapists collaborate with family members, medical professionals, caregivers and teachers. The primary focus of the Early Intervention Occupational Therapist is to provide occupational therapy services to children from birth to 3 years of age to support and promote skills needed for daily living and participation in the environment. The occupational therapist will work with students who have developmental delays, disabilities, or other challenges that affect their ability to participate in age-appropriate activities or learning. The occupational therapist will provide services in the client’s home, advocate on behalf of the client’s family, and partner with parents and caregivers to empower them as advocates for their child. Primary Responsibilities: • Provide direct intervention in the child's natural environment; home, center-based site, school, or hospital. Coordinate scheduling to meet the needs of the family, ensuring weekly visits are met as authorized by the Regional Center or school district., • Provide appropriate intervention to children birth through three years of age that exhibit developmental delays. These may include motor delays with atypical or scattered skills or atypical tone, global delays, severe sensory challenges and/or vision loss., • Provide comprehensive case management services to assist children with delays or disabilities and their families in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, developmental, and other appropriate services at the frequency determined by program expectations., • Participates in the development and implementation of each child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) in collaboration with the family and education team, providing progress reports as required by each Regional Center or Local Education Agency., • Provides families with information regarding early development, and/or visual diagnosis, and effects of vision loss on early childhood development., • Promotes function, learning, and development across all domains, with an emphasis on adaptive behavior, self-help skills, fine and gross motor development, postural development, mobility, sensory development, behavior, play and oral motor functioning, as related to the Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP)., • Frequent driving is required throughout the County., • Other duties as outlined in the position description. Education and Experience: • Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program. The program should be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)., • California occupational therapy state licensure is required., • One year of experience working as an occupational therapist is required., • Familiarity with services available to infants, children, and their families is preferred., • Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of two (2) years good driving history and must be approved by the agency’s insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles. Benefits: Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes: • Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays, • Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%, • Employee referral program: Encourage your colleagues to join us, • Education tuition assistance program: Invest in your career development, • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, • Flexible spending account (FSA) plans, • Eligibility and other benefits are outlined in plan documents Additional Benefits Offered for this role: Training and professional development Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.

Job Description Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced Occupational Therapist specializing in school-based services. Providing support to K-12 students with moderate to severe disabilities, you will work itinerantly across 2-3 schools within the San Diego, CA area, focusing on delivering prehensive occupational therapy interventions. Key responsibilities include: • Managing a caseload of approximately 55 students with diverse needs, • Conducting assessments to evaluate student abilities and develop individualized treatment plans, • Collaborating closely with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support student progress, • Implementing evidence-based interventions tailored to moderate to severe disability populations, • Valid Occupational Therapist license or certification appropriate for school-based practice, • Experience working with K-12 students, particularly those with moderate to severe disabilities, • Ability to travel between schools efficiently and manage schedules across multiple sites, • Strong munication and collaboration skills for teamwork with educators and families Qualified professionals ready to positively impact student outes are encouraged to apply. Take the next step in your occupational therapy career by submitting your application today. pensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Job Description Overview Make an Impact in our Home and Community Program: Who we are looking for: • An experienced OT, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community, • You are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace, • Flexible Schedule Created by You, • Paid per hour (not just per visit), • Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement, • Educational Programs, • Growth/Advancement Opportunities Responsibilities What you will do: Responsibilities listed include but not limited to: • Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans, • Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences, • Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources, • Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members, • Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes Qualifications What you will need: • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program, • Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing, • Current CPR Certification, • A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist, • Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred, • Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions, • Ability to lift 50 pounds, • Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures, • Duties require fine motor skills,visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods, • Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times, • A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Job DescriptionOur Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Make an Impact in our Home and Community Program: Who we are looking for: • An experienced OT, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community, • You are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace, • You thrive in an autonomous setting, and value being a part of a collaborative team of dynamic therapistsWhat you will receive:, • Flexible Schedule Created by You, • Paid per hour (not just per visit), • Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement, • Educational Programs What you will do: Responsibilities listed include but not limited to: • Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans, • Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences, • Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources, • Communicate patient's needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members What you will need: • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program, • Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing, • Current CPR Certification, • A minimum of one year's work experience as an Occupational Therapist, • Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred, • Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions, • Ability to lift 50 pounds, • Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures, • Duties require fine motor skills,visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods, • Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times Rehab Without Walls, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a revolutionary neurorehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA through accident or illness regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information, please visit . Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Additional Job Information #LI-JB1 Salary Range USD $60.00 - $65.00 / Hour

Job Description Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. A full-time Occupational Therapist opportunity is available in San Diego, CA, serving K-12 students with moderate to severe disabilities. This contract position spans the entire school year and involves providing services across 2-3 schools on an itinerant basis. The role offers the chance to impact a diverse caseload of approximately 55 students, supporting their developmental and functional goals. Key responsibilities include: • Conducting prehensive assessments to evaluate students needs and progress., • Developing and implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to moderate to severe disabilities., • Collaborating closely with educators, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success., • Managing and maintaining documentation in pliance with school policies and regulations., • Valid Occupational Therapist licensure with experience in school-based settings., • Proven ability to work effectively with K-12 students, particularly those with moderate to severe disabilities., • Strong assessment and intervention skills tailored to educational environments., • Excellent munication and collaboration abilities to work with school staff and families. Qualified candidates interested in contributing to a supportive educational environment are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this school-year contract role in San Diego. pensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Job Description Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. A full-time Occupational Therapist position is available in the San Diego, CA area, providing services within K-12 schools. This contract role involves working 37.5 hours per week, itinerating between 2 to 3 schools. The caseload includes students with moderate to severe disabilities, serving approximately 55 students. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct prehensive occupational therapy assessments for K-12 students., • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans., • Collaborate with educators, therapists, and families to support student progress., • Provide direct therapy services tailored to students needs., • Current Occupational Therapy license., • Experience working with K-12 students, particularly those with moderate to severe disabilities., • Ability to manage a caseload of approximately 55 students., • Strong munication and collaboration skills. This contract assignment offers the opportunity to impact students across various age groups within a supportive educational setting. Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply to take the next step in their occupational therapy career. pensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Job Description Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. A full-time Occupational Therapist is needed to support students with moderate to severe disabilities within a K-12 school setting in San Diego, CA. This contract position requires providing itinerant services across 2-3 schools, delivering therapeutic interventions and assessments tailored to a caseload of approximately 55 students. Responsibilities: • Conduct prehensive occupational therapy assessments for students with moderate to severe disabilities, • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, • Provide direct therapy services to students within K-12 age groups in an itinerant role, • Collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support student progress, • Maintain accurate documentation and caseload management for approximately 55 students, • Valid Occupational Therapy license and credentials to practice in California, • Experience working with K-12 students, particularly those with moderate to severe disabilities, • Strong assessment and evaluation skills relevant to school-based settings, • Ability to manage an itinerant caseload across multiple sites efficiently, • Excellent munication and collaboration skills to work effectively with educational staff and families, • Based in San Diego, California, • Full-time schedule at 37.5 hours per week pensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.