School Based Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$80k-$120k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Job Location: Antioch and surrounding areas
School-Based Occupational Therapist | $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
At Ascend Rehab Services, our mission is simple—grow, learn, and develop alongside the children and families we serve. We believe every day holds the possibility of a miracle, and our team is passionate about making a meaningful impact through collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence.
We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our school-based team in the Antioch and surrounding areas, working with students across K–12 settings.
What You’ll Do:
Conduct pediatric occupational therapy assessments to evaluate students’ functional abilities, including fine/gross motor skills, sensory integration, and daily living skills
Provide individual and group therapy to address sensory-motor needs and support student development
Develop and implement IEP goals focused on fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independence
Collaborate with teachers, SLPs, psychologists, and other school staff to support student success
Recommend and implement assistive technology and accommodations
Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and compliance with school and state guidelines
Participate in IEP meetings and communicate effectively with families and staff members
Why Join Ascend:
Competitive salary + $1,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation Assistance
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
401(k) with company match
Multi-tiered clinical support and mentorship
Generous PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave
Mileage Reimbursement
CEU support (in-house + reimbursement)
Licensure and credential reimbursement
Wellness incentives and employee recognition programs
Career growth and leadership opportunities
Laptop or iPad provided, with full access to in-office laminators and therapy resources
What We’re Looking For:
Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Active California OT License (required)
Experience or interest in working with pediatric/school-based populations
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Passion for supporting students with diverse learning and developmental needs
If this sounds like a great fit, please contact Scarlett at (510) 362-0834 or talent@ascendrehabinc. com
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Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will conduct pediatric assessments and provide individual or group therapy to support student development within K-12 settings. They will also collaborate with school staff to develop IEP goals and maintain accurate documentation of student progress.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and possess an active California OT license. Experience or a strong interest in working with pediatric or school-based populations is required.
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 60% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (973 salary observations; 1,686 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (7,467 salary observations; 22,065 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; 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 ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $90k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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