As an Occupational Therapist, you'll assess students and help them develop fine and gross motor skills, posture, and movement. You'll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to empower students in their learning journey. This role involves consulting with teachers, providing training to parents and staff, and coordinating with community agencies. You’ll travel between school sites to ensure comprehensive support, all while contributing to a culturally diverse, collaborative approach that integrates academic, behavioral, and therapeutic strategies for student success.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for nearly a decade. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff, and our programs actively engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve. #SENECAHP

• Provide occupational therapy initial assessments and reassessments for children with occupational therapy needs
• Document evaluations in a thorough and professional manner
• Provide in-depth occupational therapy consultation for teachers, providing professional insights for early OT interventions for their students
• Provide occupational therapy services to students in support of their needs and treatment goals
• Work collaboratively with other Seneca staff members including, Speech and Language Pathologists, Special Education Teachers, School Psychologists, Clinicians, and Student Support Assistants
• Assist in providing in-service training in gross and fine motor skills, sensory motor regulations, as well as posture and movement to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals
• Assist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriate

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Current license by the California Board of Occupational Therapy
• Experience with language techniques, sensory motor integration, and physical restoration
• Own vehicle, valid driver's license, clean driving record
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
• Must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination

• Per Diem- 10 hours a week (Choose your schedule!)
• School based schedule:
  • Anytime Monday to Friday: 8 AM- 4:30 PM

• Starting at $41.06 - $43.56 per hour
  • Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam
  • Salary increases each year
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington

Keywords: School-based, Individualized Education Program (IEP), Sensory Integration, Collaboration, Therapeutic Interventions, Inclusive Education, Progress Monitoring