School Based Occupational Therapist or COTA
Ascend Rehab Services Inc · ascendrehabinc.com
Oakland, Concord +1
The job in short
School-based occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.
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Details
- Found
- 24 d ago · posted 2026-08-26
- Location as listed
- Oakland, CA
- Role
- Occupational Therapist
- Pay (as listed)
- $87,000–$120,000 a year
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Pay: $87,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Job description:
School-Based Occupational Therapist | Oakland Area
At Ascend Rehab Services, our mission is simple—grow, learn, and develop alongside the children and families we serve. We believe every day holds the possibility of a miracle, and our team is passionate about making a meaningful impact through collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence.
We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our school-based team in the Oakland area, working with students across K–12 settings.
What You’ll Do:
• Conduct pediatric occupational therapy assessments to evaluate students’ functional abilities, including fine/gross motor skills, sensory integration, and daily living skills
• Provide individual and group therapy to address sensory-motor needs and support student development
• Develop and implement IEP goals focused on fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independence
• Collaborate with teachers, SLPs, psychologists, and other school staff to support student success
• Recommend and implement assistive technology and accommodations
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and compliance with school and state guidelines
• Participate in IEP meetings and communicate effectively with families and staff members
Why Join Ascend:
• Competitive salary + sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) with company match
• Multi-tiered clinical support and mentorship
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave
• CEU support (in-house + reimbursement)
• Licensure and credential reimbursement
• Wellness incentives and employee recognition programs
• Career growth and leadership opportunities
• Laptop or iPad provided, with full access to in-office laminators and therapy resources
What We’re Looking For:
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Active California OT License (required)
• Experience or interest in working with pediatric/school-based populations
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Passion for supporting students with diverse learning and developmental needs
Contact Neha at (408) 409 5697 or email at [email protected] for more information.
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