POSITION: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST


JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Occupational Therapist is chief administrator of occupational therapy services as indicated on individual students’ IEPs, including assessments and direct therapy. The Occupational Therapist is the primary developer and deliverer of assistive technology and positioning equipment, and interventions. The Occupational Therapist is the primary trainer to classroom staff in how to implement occupational therapy interventions.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, Master's degree preferred
• National certification in Occupational Therapy
• Experience working with individuals with severe disabilities and challenging behaviors
• Experience with data guided instruction in a collaborative service delivery model
• Familiarity with assistive technology and positioning equipment
• Knowledge of child development
• CPR certification preferred

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

HOW TO APPLY:
Spectrum Center
16360 San Pablo Ave
San Pablo, CA 94806
Fax: 510-741-2775
hr@edu-education.com

SPECTRUM CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs are a service division of Educational Services of America, the nation's leading private provider of special and alternative educational programs. We are the largest non-public school in Northern CA providing special education programs for students with severe behavioral, emotional, and educational challenges. Our schools provide a menu of educational and related services that are outcome driven; research based, and utilize positive behavior management strategies. Our schools work closely with parents, school districts and group homes to develop customized curriculum for each student based on their Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Spectrum Center schools have no waiting lists for student enrollment.
Our ultimate goal is to facilitate the student's successful transition back to public schools.
Spectrum Center provides an innovative work culture that offers education professionals competitive compensation, a positive, collaborative work environment, support for professional development and excellent opportunities for career advancement including: assistance with completion of credentials, tuition support for higher education, generous curriculum budget, ongoing professional development in curriculum and classroom management and high staff to student ratios.