Occupational Therapist Position - URGENTLY HIRING- Milpitas, CA (PART-TIME, SUMMER 2023)

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (School-Based) - Summer Assignment

Location: Milpitas, CA

Job Type: Temporary (Summer Assignment)

Duration: June 12th - July 13th (Mondays & Fridays)

Job Description: Our school system is seeking a skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our team for a summer assignment. As an Occupational Therapist in our school system, you will provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to students in our K-12 caseload, focusing on enhancing their functional skills and promoting independence. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students in Milpitas, CA, during the summer break.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to evaluate students' fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, and self-help abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and students' specific needs.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students, addressing areas such as handwriting, motor coordination, sensory integration, self-care skills, and functional mobility.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate occupational therapy goals and strategies into the students' educational programs.
• Implement evidence-based interventions and therapeutic activities to enhance students' functional abilities and participation in the classroom and school activities.
• Monitor students' progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate records of therapy sessions and student outcomes.
• Participate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of students' educational plans.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid California state licensure (or eligibility) as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience working with students in a school-based setting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of assessment tools, therapeutic techniques, and intervention strategies for addressing various occupational therapy needs in children and adolescents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.

If you are a motivated and passionate Occupational Therapist looking to make a difference in the lives of our students for the summer, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Taylor Resh 
Account Executive| Soliant Health 
470-286-1096| [email protected]