Occupational Therapist (School Services) - $2,886 per week

American Traveler; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Housing stipend

401(k) match

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Redding, California. The role involves serving pediatric students across multiple school sites with a day shift schedule and 40 hours per week.

New graduates are welcome to apply. This travel position offers a competitive package with mileage reimbursement and a 34-week term starting October 5, 2026, in Trinity and Shasta counties from a Redding office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• California Occupational Therapy license required (pending license accepted).
• Valid Driver's License required.
• BLS certification required.
• NBCOT certification preferred.
• New graduates accepted, no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule planning, evaluation, and treatment program design and implementation.
• Travel between multiple school sites with mileage and travel time reimbursed.
• Serve pediatric students across multiple school sites in the Redding, CA area.

Skills

Pediatric care

New grads welcome

Driver's license

BLS certification

California OT license

NBCOT certification preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

California OT license (pending accepted)

BLS certification

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Redding, California.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Redding, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: School Services
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 34 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 34 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a School-Based Occupational Therapist to serve pediatric students across multiple school sites in the Redding, CA area, with new grads welcome to apply.

Details

• School-based assignment serving schools in Trinity and Shasta counties out of a Redding office
• Alternative option available covering four school sites in Shasta county based out of the Redding office
• Client population includes pediatric and school-aged students requiring occupational therapy services
• Day shift schedule, Monday to Friday, 8 hour shifts (8am-5pm)
• Expected 40 hours per week
• Therapist will travel between multiple school sites with mileage and travel time reimbursed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• California Occupational Therapy license required (pending license accepted); license required if applicable
• Valid Driver's License required
• BLS certification required
• NBCOT certification preferred
• New graduates accepted, no prior experience required
• Experience with pediatric populations, autism, cerebral palsy, and sensory integration preferred

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include schedule planning, evaluation, and treatment program design and implementation
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Preference for candidates available for the entire school year through May 28, 2027
• Time off requests must be finalized prior to consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-755278. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist - School

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.