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Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) – SPED Classroom

Pediatric, High-Needs Neurodivergent Program

Full-Time, Year-Round | 6 Weeks PTO + Medical + Dental + 401K

$130,000 – $165,000 + $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Immediate Start Date

Belmont, CA

HealthCare Recruiters International (HCRI) is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to support a self-contained classroom of 8 neurodivergent students (ages 5–7) with complex behavioral and medical needs. The OT will collaborate closely with the RN, BCBA, teaching staff, and multidisciplinary team to promote sensory regulation, fine motor development, and independence in daily activities within a supportive school-based environment.

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services to students ages 5–7
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on sensory regulation, motor skills, and adaptive functioning
• Collaborate with the RN, BCBA, PT, teachers, and paraprofessionals to support classroom
• Conduct assessments and implement sensory diets, fine and gross motor interventions, and environmental adaptations
• Support students’ learning through positioning, mobility, and functional task engagement
• Participate in team meetings, data collection, and interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Educate and model strategies for classroom staff to reinforce therapeutic goals
• Promote a trauma-informed, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment

Occupational Therapist Requirements:

• Active California OT license (OTR/L) – required
• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy – required
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric experience, in school-based or neurodivergent settings
• Experience supporting students with autism, sensory processing, or complex developmental needs (required)
• Strong documentation, assessment, and communication skills
• Full-time, year-round availability Monday–Friday on school days
• Must pass criminal background check and fingerprinting (required)
• Reliable transportation and ability to report onsite daily in Belmont, CA 94002

Occupational Therapist Compensation:

• $130,000 – $165,000 annually, DOE
• $2,500 sign-on bonus
• 6 weeks paid time off (PTO)
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Ongoing professional development and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
• Positive, team-based work environment

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