School Occupational Therapist | Hemet, California

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Job Description

A full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position is available to support K-12 students across five school sites in Hemet, CA. This contract role spans the current school year (ASAP through June) and offers a structured 40-hour workweek from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with itinerant travel compensated between sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct occupational therapy services to 102 students, with COTA support provided
• Collaborate with educational staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Manage caseload using a structured caseload/workload model
• Provide therapy in dedicated spaces across assigned schools
• Attend and participate in paid team meetings and complete indirect administrative tasks as required

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Valid state licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Experience working in school-based or healthcare OT settings, preferably with K-12 populations
• Ability to provide itinerant services and manage travel responsibilities effectively
• Familiarity with IEP systems and willingness to participate in available training
• Capability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and engage in administrative duties

Additional Role Details:

• Supervision is provided by the district for CFOTAs/OTAs
• Contractor involvement in supervision is not required
• Supportive work environment with dedicated therapy spaces and administrative time allocated

This role offers an excellent opportunity to impact student outcomes in a diverse educational setting while working a consistent schedule during the school year. Qualified applicants ready to start promptly and support students throughout the academic year are encouraged to apply. Explore this rewarding occupational therapy position to contribute your skills in a dynamic K-12 environment in Hemet, CA.

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.00 to $60.00. 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.