Occupational Therapist (OT)

SPG Therapy & Education; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Student loan pay-down assistance

Paid sick days, wellness days

Relocation bonuses up to $10,000

Referral bonus

Job summary

SPG Therapy & Education is seeking licensed Occupational Therapists to serve school-based and clinic-based settings in California. We offer competitive pay, flexible full-time or part-time schedules, and a collaborative, family-centered approach to care.

Join a pediatric-focused team with 30+ years of experience, strong mentorship for new grads, and opportunities to advance in school-based, early intervention, and clinic roles. California licensure required.

Qualifications

• Must have pediatric experience.
• Holds (or are eligible for) a California OT license.
• Master's Degree or Doctorate in OT.
• Passionate about supporting children in school-based and clinic settings.
• Communicates effectively and thrives in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams.
• Brings strong clinical skills and client-centered approach.
• Eager to learn, grow and continuously develop professional expertise.

Responsibilities

• Delivering direct therapy and conducting assessments for children in school-based and clinic environments.
• Collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Maintaining detailed, compliant documentation for assessments, treatment plans and progress reports.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Providing supervision and mentorship to OT fieldwork students as needed.

Skills

Pediatric OT

CA OT license eligible

Collaborative teamwork

Documentation skills

Clinical excellence

Education

Master's in OT

Doctorate in OT

Job description

Now Hiring Occupational Therapists for school-based and clinic-based roles! | $60–$72/hr | California-Based | Full- time or Part -Time/Per-diem SPG Therapy & Education is a specialized pediatric group looking for talented, energetic and creative Occupational Therapists to join us! Come be part of a remarkable team that empowers real change in the lives of children and their families!

What We’re Looking For:

• Must have pediatric experience
• Holds (or are eligible for) a valid California OT license
• Masters Degree or Doctorate
• Passionate about supporting children in school-based and clinic settings
• Communicates effectively and thrives in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams
• Brings strong clinical skills and warm, client-centered approach
• Eager to learn, grow, and continuously develop their professional expertise

Recognized by Our People Based entirely on employee feedback, SPG has been named a Top Workplace for the third year in a row! We’ve also earned multiple Culture Excellence Awards and national recognition badges for innovation, leadership and employee appreciation!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Delivering Direct therapy conducting assessments for children in school-based and clinic environments
• Collaborating Closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams members to support student success
• Maintaining detailed, compliant documentation for assessments, treatment plans and progress reports
• Engaging in ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Providing supervision and mentorship to OT fieldwork students as needed

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with company match
• Student loan pay-down assistance
• Paid sick days, mental health, and wellness days
• Opportunity for school-based calendar, summers off!
• Reimbursement for licensure, dues, and therapy materials
• Relocation Bonuses up to $10,000
• Refer a FT or PT candidate to SPG and receive a $1,500 Referral Bonus!

Why OTs Choose SPG:

• Clinician-led, California-based organization with 30+ years of experience
• Structured mentorship for new grads and support for seasoned therapists
• Access to Special Interest Groups (AAC, OT/PT Exchange, Sensory and more)
• Real Career growth in school-based, early intervention and clinic settings

SPG Therapy & Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.