We at Summa Academy are searching for a Occupational Therapist to build our OT services at our premier Bay Area Non-Public School in Pleasanton, CA. If you are an experienced OT who is looking for an amazing opportunity, this is for you. Our Occupational Therapist will develop Summa's OT programs, services, and team to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students with special needs at Summa Academy. In order to respond to the unique and individual OT needs and abilities of our students, the Occupational Therapist will work closely with the staff and administration to design an OT program and build an amazing team of OTs that are aligned with Summa's mission and vision to support and serve our students. We are truly dedicated to building a top-notch team.

General:

• Embody Summa Academy’s core values

• Actively support the organization’s mission, vision, values and goals

• Follow all policies/procedures relative to implementing OT Services

• Follow and uphold all Summa Academy policies and procedures as outlined in the handbook, policies and procedure documents and any additional communications with regards to policies and procedures

• Provides guidance and support for the physical, sensory, and motor needs of our students with disabilities

• Knowledgeable in all content areas

• Provide a learning environment that allows for individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student
• Believe all students can achieve at high levels
• Effectively communicate with others

• Treat all people with respect and dignity

• Know their content and get things done

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides occupational therapy services, as identified through each Individualized Education Program (IEP) to students enrolled at Summa Academy.
• Writes assessment reports identifying the student’s needs and proposed treatment strategies; writes individual student goals and objectives as part of the IEP; maintains progress records; participates in the IEP meeting.

• Provides students with individual treatment and group therapy sessions to correct specific areas of sensory-motor integrative dysfunction.
• Develops occupational therapy treatment plans based on the educational goals for students to improve the student’s functional abilities within the school and naturalistic settings, in collaboration with the IEP team.
• Participates in meetings between Summa Academy staff and families on the appropriate implementation of programs; collaborates and coordinates occupational therapy goals with the educational program.
• Demonstrates educational and developmental strategies to students and families for successful home intervention of perceptual, motor, and sensory programs.
• Provides interpretation and summaries of assessment reports to families; recommends appropriate activities and materials designed to support motor goals in the home.

• Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the laws and policies governing Special Education in California, particularly as they pertain to the delivery of occupational therapy services.
• Administers occupational therapy programs as needed in terms of budget recommendations, space, and equipment recommendations.
• Performs related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered with the American Occupational Therapy Association and/or certified with the National Board of Occupational Therapy.

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

• Two years of experience working with students with disabilities.

• Experience in working collaboratively with teams and families is desired.

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, Tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Intellectual, sensory, and physical development of children

• Application of occupational therapy techniques utilized in the assessment and treatment of children with disabilities;

• Theory of physical and mental rehabilitation underlying the practices of occupational therapy; Principles, methods, and objectives of occupational therapy treatment, services, techniques of skeletal anatomy, neuromuscular function and dysfunction; kinesiology and occupational therapy modalities;

• Principles of consultation, training, and supervision;

• Accurately assess the developmental status and educational needs of children;

• Collaborate with Summa Academy staff, families, and other support staff;

• Provide consultation to classroom teachers; explain and provide training on occupational therapy and rehabilitative principles;

• Effective oral and written communication skills;

• Maintain records and prepare comprehensive reports, including State and Federal mandated reports;

• Work as a member of the IEP team, using current best practice clinical skills for working with children who have extensive support needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $94,993.21 - $100,583.44 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Special Education: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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