Salary: $8,678.00 - $11,430.00 Monthly
Location : 019 - Special Youth Services, 501 Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-64OT-DM
Department: Education
Opening Date: 09/30/2026
Closing Date: 10/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the supervision of the Director of Special Youth Services, provides students with occupational therapy assessments and services; provides assessment, consultation to District staff and parents in identifying students for occupational therapy intervention and provides services according to Individualized Education Plans (IEP); assists in program development to incorporate occupational therapy strategies into classrooms; provides in-service training to District staff; and performs other related duties as required.
Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education, training and/or experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge's and abilities, may be considered.

EDUCATION:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Occupational Therapy; Valid license as an Occupational Therapist with the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT);

EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience providing occupational therapy services with specialized knowledge in the difference between educational models of occupational therapy vs. medical models, preferably with specialized expertise in appropriate Occupational Therapy services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder; and any other related training and/or experience which demonstrates the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid license as an Occupational Therapist with the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT); Current and valid certificate of registration in occupational therapy issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy.

License and Automobile Requirement: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License.

Insurance Requirement: Evidence of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle which meets or exceeds the California legal liability insurance requirement and continue to maintain insurability.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Intellectual, sensory, behavioral and physical development of children and young adults;

Accepted treatment procedures designed to maintain or improve a student's motor functions and to achieve greater independence in performing life skills;

Fundamental principles and accepted trends in the field of school occupational therapy;

Current methods, techniques, and practices in occupational therapy;

Techniques used in the assessment and treatment of students with disabilities;

Educational and developmental needs of young children with specific disabilities;

Theory of mental and physical rehabilitation underlying the practices of occupational therapy;

Treatment modalities and theory for the pediatric population;

Principles, methods, techniques and equipment used in occupational therapy;

General nature and causes of physical, mental, and emotional disabilities;

Record keeping and report preparation techniques;

Technical aspects of field of specialty;

Special education laws and procedures, including development of IEPs

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary;

Interpersonal skills using tack, patience and courtesy;

Health and safety regulations;

First aid techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Make accurate assessments of the developmental status and educational needs of students;

Effectively communicate occupational therapy treatment techniques and goals to parents, teachers and other program staff;

Assess individual needs, establish realistic and appropriate goals and objectives, and design and implement a program for each student;

Communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to express ideas, thoughts and instructions clearly to students, special educators, community members, parents and administrators;

Work independently;

Establish general schedules;

Apply a variety of current methods, techniques and practices in occupational therapy including assistive technology;

Work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and with parents;

Properly use materials, supplies, and equipment employed in performing services as an occupational therapist;

Understand physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth patterns of students;

Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students;

Maintain records and prepare reports related to assigned students and activities;

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information;

Interpret, apply and explain laws, rules and regulations related to assigned program activities;

Demonstrate confidence, tact, and the use of good judgment;

Plan and organize work;

Meet schedules and timelines;

Travel to sites/locations throughout the District.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employees in this classification speak clearly, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted and over 50 lbs. with assistance, hear normal voice conversation, maintain balance, have rapid mental/muscular coordination, walk, kneel or stand for extended periods of time, have depth perception, stoop/bend, sit, carry, repeated bending, see small details, push, reach over head, pull, use a computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this classification work primarily indoors, in direct contact with students, the public and other district staff, exposed to minor contagious illnesses (colds, flu, etc.), exposed to severe contagious illnesses/disease (tuberculosis, measles, mumps, chicken pox, hepatitis, etc.), without guidance from supervisor; some assignments may require constant attention to protecting physical safety in a classroom where pupils, because of the nature and severity of their disabilities are accident prone, or because of assaultive or self-abusive tendencies could cause serious injury to themselves or others.
Examples of Duties

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.

GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Conducts assessments of students to determine eligibility for occupational therapy; evaluates and provides occupational therapy services to students with special education eligibilities; reviews reports from health care providers requesting occupational therapy and coordinates occupational therapy services with students' health care providers; develops and re-evaluates students' individual occupational therapy plans on a regular basis; provides occupational therapy services according to Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals and intervention plans developed for individual students; attends IEP meetings as necessary and maintains progress notes on student records; maintains a safe and orderly treatment area; assesses students physical abilities in an educational environment by gathering data in such areas as oral motor skills, sensory integration, motor planning, developmental function, self care, fine motor function, work behavior, endurance and postural tone; monitor student progress; assists with the development of therapy services such as adapting school and classroom environment and learning materials to improve student functioning and facilitate access to curricular and instructional activities; monitors the use of adaptive equipment; identifies and documents student abilities and educational, developmental, and functional needs with the IEP team; assists with the development of student transition plans, programs, and goals; recommends, designs, creates, and assists in the procurement of adaptive equipment; prepares detailed records and reports concerning student progress and daily activities collaborates with parents regarding plans for occupational therapy services, including planning for therapy in the least restrictive environment; provides assistance to program staff as part of case management through consultation, training, and individual and group activities; clarifies occupational therapy goals, objectives, and services; informs students and families about Medi-Cal services, how to access and use the systems, and links potentially eligible families and students to the Medi-Cal system for eligibility and to arrange services; performs administrative tasks and activities related to the CEA medical and the MAA claiming process.

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary proves examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
Recruitment Information

CERTIFICATION TYPE: Open - Anyone can apply.

RECRUITMENT TYPE: Open Qualified candidates, or Eligibles, who pass all testing stages will be placed on one eligibility list. The top 3 ranks of Eligibles will be certified for a hiring interview.

APPLICATION PROCESS
All applications must be submitted online. Applications and requests for testing will not be accepted after the recruitment closing date and time. Applicants may be rejected on the basis of an incomplete application or failure to meet minimum qualifications. The application is part of the selection process and is part of an overall assessment of acceptability for employment. All information provided is subject to independent verification of its accuracy. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide correct contact information by which to be notified.
Note: You will eventually be disqualified in the recruitment process if you fail to disclose relevant information regarding your conviction history. It is the disclosure of the conviction that is most important in many cases.

SCREENING PROCESS
The screening process for this position, which may be subject to modification, will include some form of a(n): application screening, initial qualifications screening, documentation/certification screening, and supplemental application screening. The stated qualifications for the position represent only the minimum requirements and do not guarantee qualification for examination or placement on an eligibility list.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination may consist of any combination of a(n): training and experience (T&E) evaluation, written knowledge test, hands on/performance test, structured panel interview, situational judgement interview, or other type of exam of fitness for duty. All parts of the examination process are job related. A passing score must be attained on each portion of the exam to advance to the next stage and ultimate placement on an eligibility list.