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360 Degree Therapy

Occupational Therapist

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$108,427 / year median in California

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Job description We are hiring Occupational Therapists for school districts near Newark, CA for the school year 2026-27 starting immediately. We're looking for a committed and patient-focused to develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with physical, mental, or developmental conditions. You will be required to offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out everyday tasks or activities. The successful candidate will have a holistic perspective and will be able to adapt to the environment to fit the person. Responsibilities Address client's aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components Assess client's home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use Guide and educate family members and caregivers Observe, note, and report on the progress of long and short-term treatment goals Collect data and document processes followed Regularly follow-up client Skills Proven working experience as an occupational therapist Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools ( e.g. Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale) Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession Professional behavior Excellent interpersonal communication skills Valid license to practice occupational therapy Masters/Doctorate degree or greater in occupational therapy
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Medical specialties:
Pediatrics Schedule:
Monday to
Friday Education:
Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
Pediatrics:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CA State Occupational Therapy License (Preferred) NBCOT Certification (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$80.00 - $90.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance
Education:
Master's (Required)
Experience:
Pediatrics:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
California Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance