Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45.13-$46.95/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Satellite STRP - Los Angeles, CA 90004Salary Range: $45.13 - $46.95 Hourly Title of Position: Occupational Therapist Location: CONREP STRP Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Union/ Non-Union: Union Supervisor: Occupational Therapy Manager SUMMARY OF POSITION Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center’s Conditional Release Program (CONREP) is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist who will be responsible for developing and implementing an adjunctive therapy program for our CONREP STRP location.

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing clients, developing treatment goals, and implementing those goals.

Satellite Statewide Transitional Residential Treatment Program (STRP): Los Angeles, CA 90004: This residential program provides court and parole mandated treatment and supervision to individuals committed as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, Offender with a Mental Health Disorder, or Incompetent to Stand Trial.

ESSENTIALS DUTIES Functions under the direct supervision of the Program Director. Delivers programming for the Socialization Improvement Program (SIP). Completes the assessment process within 72 hours of admission by using structured test, observation, and/or interview.

Identifies client strengths and problem areas based upon evaluation findings. Documents evaluation findings and develops a plan of care which is measurable and attainable. Reports ongoing client progress in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborates with colleagues.

Coordinates with the treatment team on client’s goals. Reviews and revises the treatment plan based upon the client’s needs, responses, and progress. Documents ongoing treatment progress in a timely manner and in accordance with contractual guidelines.

Supervises occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students and volunteers. Supervises occupational therapy fieldwork students. Completes the assessment and documentation of student performance at specified intervals. Assists in the orientation of new staff and students.

Assists in ordering Occupational Therapy supplies and equipment. Manages departmental petty cash with accuracy and timeliness. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. Ability to plan and lead Occupational Therapy groups. Excellent language and communication skills. Ability to make decisions and work independently when circumstances warrant.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES Minimum Education Required Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.

Minimum Certification/Licensure Required Current registration with the National Board Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience Required Delivery of Psychiatric Occupational Therapy services to adult clients.

Desired Experience One year experience working as an Occupational Therapist REQUIREMENTS Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance. Valid California Driver’s license. TB clearance.

Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier. Gateways believes that our people are our greatest asset and is proud to offer competitive benefits that support their health, happiness and career development.

Cover 100% Medical/Dental/Vision Premiums for all Full-Time Employees and 1 Dependent 8 Paid Holidays + 4 Personal Holidays in Calendar Year 2 Weeks of Vacation based on role 403b Retirement Plan Company Match 8% Annual Company Events

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will develop and implement an adjunctive therapy program for the CONREP STRP location, which includes assessing clients, developing measurable treatment goals, and implementing those goals. Responsibilities also involve delivering programming for the Socialization Improvement Program, supervising students, and managing departmental petty cash.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the NBCOT. Required experience includes delivering Psychiatric Occupational Therapy services to adult clients, and candidates must pass various background clearances and possess a valid California Driver's license.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningGoal DevelopmentCollaborationProgram ImplementationDecision MakingIndependent WorkPetty Cash Management

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (932 salary observations; 2,030 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,625 salary observations; 25,396 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $87k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution24 jobs · 15 employers

2
<$95k
7
$95k-105k
7
$105k-110k
3
$110k-135k
5
$135k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
57%
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

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#4

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+ 22 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,297 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Los Angeles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$923k
Typical market rent
$2,778/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Gateways Hospital & Mental Health Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Los Angeles, CA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

100% Medical/Dental/Vision Premiums for Full-Time Employees and 1 Dependent
8 Paid Holidays + 4 Personal Holidays
2 Weeks Vacation
403b Retirement Plan with 8% Company Match
Annual Company Events