What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Special Education Department position at Ventura County Office of Education?
Occupational Therapist - Special Education Department at Ventura County Office of Education
Application Deadline
6/3/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
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Salary
$52.66 - $65.53 Per Hour
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Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director, principal or designee, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for participating with an integrative collaborative team to provide assessment, consultation to parents and teachers; performing consultation services and direct treatment for students with special needs and disabilities from birth to age twenty two; providing occupational therapy services, intervention, treatment and activities to enhance sensory processing, perceptual-motor skills, motor coordination, self-care, muscle strength, range of motion, postural reflexes and other functional abilities among identified students; conducting student assessments and providing recommendations for occupational therapy intervention; developing, implementing, evaluating and modifying occupational therapy treatment plans and interventions in response to student needs and disabilities.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA/BS or MA/MS degree in Occupational Therapy. One year work experience providing occupational therapy services for children birth to twenty-two. Experience working with children with special needs is preferred. REGISTRATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Valid Occupational Therapy License registered though the California Department of Consumer Affairs is required; California State License; and Valid California driver’s license.
To be considered for this position, you must submit a fully completed employment application on EdJoin as well as the following documents:
- Certificate Copy (Bachelor's or Master's Degree )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters dated within the last 18 months [LETTERS MUST BE DATED]**)
- Other (Valid CA Occupational Therapy License)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA/BS or MA/MS degree in Occupational Therapy. One year work experience providing occupational therapy services for children birth to twenty-two. Experience working with children with special needs is preferred. REGISTRATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Valid Occupational Therapy License registered though the California Department of Consumer Affairs is required; California State License; and Valid California driver’s license.
To be considered for this position, you must submit a fully completed employment application on EdJoin as well as the following documents:
- Certificate Copy (Bachelor's or Master's Degree )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters dated within the last 18 months [LETTERS MUST BE DATED]**)
- Other (Valid CA Occupational Therapy License)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Comments and Other Information
- CalPERS Retirement Benefits
Salary : $53 - $66