Occupational Therapist

MEP Health; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health is seeking an experienced occupational therapist to provide on-site services for students in elementary through high school settings within a school district. You will assess and treat, develop individualized plans, collaborate with teachers and families, and document progress to support students' participation and learning.

This role emphasizes evidence-based, student-centered practices and clear communication with school staff to implement goals.

Qualifications

• Licensed/credentialed occupational therapist with experience working with children in educational or clinical settings.
• Strong assessment, intervention planning, and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities with students, families, and school staff.
• Knowledge of special education processes and student-centered therapy practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments and therapeutic interventions to support students’ participation in school activities.
• Develop and implement individualized education and treatment plans aligned with student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other education professionals to support learning goals.
• Provide recommendations and strategies to enhance fine motor, sensory, self-care, and functional skills.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to student progress monitoring.

Skills

Assessment skills

Intervention planning

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Special education

Education

Licensed OT

Job description

Provide occupational therapy services to students in elementary, middle, and high school settings in an on-site role supporting a school district.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments and therapeutic interventions to support students’ participation in school activities.
• Develop and implement individualized education and treatment plans aligned with student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other education professionals to support learning goals.
• Provide recommendations and strategies to enhance fine motor, sensory, self-care, and functional skills.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to student progress monitoring.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed/credentialed occupational therapist with experience working with children in educational or clinical settings.
• Strong assessment, intervention planning, and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities with students, families, and school staff.
• Knowledge of special education processes and student-centered therapy practices.