Occupational Therapist

Developing Mindful Lives Llc; Mission Hills (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays

Health stipend

Ongoing professional development support

Guaranteed minimum hours protection

Drive-time/Mileage reimbursement

CEU reimbursement

Up to 6 paid weekly hours for documentation and administrative responsibilities

Job summary

Developing Mindful Lives Llc is looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) to assess and provide therapy to children in the San Fernando Valley area. The role involves individualized treatment, collaboration with specialists, and family education. The position offers a hybrid model of in-home and in-clinic services and requires a valid California license.

Candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy, relevant experience, and strong documentation skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of pediatric experience preferred.
• Current California Occupational Therapy License in good standing.
• Strong clinical documentation and report-writing skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assess developmental progress and identify delays.
• Develop individualized treatment goals.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services in home and clinic settings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate families on developmental needs.
• Monitor and document progress on treatment plans.
• Advocate for early childhood development.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Clinical documentation

Communication skills

Bilingual skills

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

Position Title

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location

San Fernando Valley, CA – Must reside within the San Fernando Valley or surrounding areas.
Palmdale/Lancaster, CA – Must reside within the Antelope Valley or surrounding areas.

Setting

Hybrid Model (In-Home + In Clinic Services)

Salary and Compensation

Base Salary Range: $85,000–$98,000 annually
Compensation determined by experience, specialization, certifications, and overall clinical expertise.
Estimated total compensation range: $97,000–$114,000 annually.

Benefits

• 9 paid holidays
• Health stipend
• Ongoing professional development support
• Guaranteed minimum hours protection
• Drive‑time/Mileage reimbursement
• CEU reimbursement
• Up to 6 paid weekly hours for documentation and administrative responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Assess developmental progress: evaluate fine motor, sensory, adaptive, self‑help, emotional regulation, and developmental skills. Conduct screenings and assessments to identify developmental delays.
• Develop individualized treatment goals based on assessment results, clinical observations, and family priorities.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services in home and clinic settings, supporting sensory integration, emotional regulation, feeding, motor coordination, self‑help skills, and daily routines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including child development specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, educators, and regional center teams; participate in team meetings and care planning.
• Educate and support families by providing caregiver education, modeling, and support; help families understand developmental needs and practical intervention strategies.
• Monitor and document progress: maintain timely documentation, complete evaluations, progress reports, final reports, and session notes within required deadlines; adjust plans based on monitoring and feedback.
• Advocate for early childhood development, promote awareness of early intervention services, and support families in navigating developmental and community resources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current California Occupational Therapy License in good standing.
• 1–2 years of pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong clinical documentation and report‑writing skills (writing samples may be requested).
• Basic proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets, and digital documentation systems.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and active auto insurance.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Experience with early intervention, sensory integration, DIR/Floortime, feeding therapy, or caregiver coaching preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling, and floor sitting.
• Ability to transition quickly to maintain child safety.
• Clear vision and hearing for supervision and clinical interaction.
• Ability to respond swiftly during emergency situations.

Operational Expectations

• Maintain consistency and professionalism across communication and operational systems.
• Complete initial goals plans, progress reports, final reports, evaluations, request for services documentation, session logs, orientation signatures, timesheets, mileage documentation.
• Attend bi‑annual meetings and required trainings.
• Maintain above‑baseline attendance expectations and consistent communication via email and Slack.

Application Information

Applications close June 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Only the DML online application form will be accepted.