Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Announcement

AchieveKids is a dynamic, non-profit special education organization with a rich 60 year history of providing non-public schooling in San Jose and Palo Alto, California. Our students possess a range of abilities, and we focus on skill development to help our students transition to progressively more independent learning environments. We strive to create joy in learning and to enhance success beyond our doors. AchieveKids is an exciting place to work, and we have a lot to offer the right candidate.

AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs. The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.

LOCATION

3860 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303

1212 McGinness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127

Description

This is a regular, full-time, exempt, day shift position.

You are a professional that is responsible for providing occupational therapy treatment of students ages 5-22 in accordance with approved policies, procedures, and protocols. You enjoy planning, implementing, and coordinating comprehensive therapy. You thrive in an interdisciplinary team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document therapeutic plans of care
• Meet with teacher to suggest modifications to adaptive equipment or activities, as necessary
• Liaise with student's families and other services to plan for the student's transition
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of short and long-term treatment goals, including collecting data and reporting on progress goals
• Carry out client's IEP goals and objectives in all relevant training environments including school, community and vocational settings
• Drive students to/from community outings
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field
• Assistant-level license to practice Occupational Therapy in California
• One year experience as an OTA preferably working with children, adolescents, and young adults
• Knowledge of principles and techniques in the assessment and treatment of patient care and safety
• CA Driver's License and Auto Insurance as this position may drive as an essential function
• Clean California DMV record required
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint background check
• TB Clearance
  
  

PAY RANGE

• The pay range for this position is $25.07 to $35.20 per hour. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal equity, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• This range represents base salary only and one aspect of the total rewards package. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Generous Total Rewards Package!
• 7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
• Retirement plan with generous company match
• Scholarship and Grant opportunities
• Tuition and professional development assistance
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• EAP, Travel Assistance, Will/Trust Preparation Services, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program, and more!
• A fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!
  
  

Apply online at https://www.achievekids.org/career-opportunities