Occupational Therapist

Job title:

Occupational Therapist

Company

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs

Job description

🚩 Starting Salary: $70,000 – $95,000 /year, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk!📲As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide direct therapy to students with special needs including but not limited to development, implementation and maintenance of designated instructional programs, conducting regular assessments, and developing or adjusting IEP goals as needed.‖ Responsibilities Include:

• Implementing designated student services as detailed in the student’s IEP, including how many hours each week and within the designated times.
• Completing assessment reports within mandated time frames.
• Communicating results of evaluation and specific recommendations of occupational therapy services to the parent, educational staff, and students when appropriate, other professional, and agencies concerned with the student with mandated signed consent from responsible party of student.
• Planning and developing therapeutic intervention goals that are educationally relevant to be integrated in the students ‘educational programs.
• Conducting periodic reassessment of the therapy objectives as indicated by student needs determined to be educationally relevant.
• Monitoring and collaborating by teaching and supervising other professionals and paraprofessionals who are involved with the implementation of occupational therapy intervention procedures.
• Documenting and maintaining student progress reports in accordance with district and program guidelines.
• Participating in IEP meetings, as needed, to present information relevant to the student’s therapy goals.
• Creating an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of the student.
• Evaluating student progress and determining readiness for termination of occupational therapy services.
• Facilitating in-service education and professional development for related service/occupational therapy staff.
• Participating in training educational school staff in use of assistive technology such as adaptive equipment and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Participating in all required meetings.
• Performing all other tasks and duties as assigned.

‖ Qualifications Required:

• Master’s degree or higher in occupational therapy or a closely related field.
• Licensed as, or have the ability to obtain a CA state occupational therapist (OT) license.
• Prior experience working with students with special needs.
• Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in applied behavior analysis preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

is a division of , the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!💻 Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the links below:As a member of the ChanceLight family, you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment!‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Virtual Medical Visits
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k Options
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!

If you’re ready to start changing the direction of students’ lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures — This Is Your Chance!Join us, and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children Today!Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.Copyright © 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a company *Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.Education Required

• Masters or better in Occupational Therapy or related field

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Has License/Credentialing
• Occupational Therapist

Skills Preferred

• Special Education
• Occupational Therapy
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Specific Learning Disabil
• Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
• Personalized Instruction
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Office/Administrative

Behaviors Preferred

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Expected salary

$70000 – 95000 per year

Location

San Francisco, CA

Job date

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:50:06 GMT

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