Occupational Therapist (OT), Stockton ($5,000 BONUS)

Description

The available therapist position will work with our 5 KIPP schools in the Stockton area. This position is Full-time in-person and reports to the Lead of the OT-APE team.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
  • Current license to practice Occupational Therapy through the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)
  • Experience: Prefer a Minimum of 3 years of experience providing occupational therapy services (but not required)
  • Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various school-based Occupational Therapy assessments
• Demonstrated desire and success in working with students and families from educationally underserved areas.
• Ability to work independently in school settings
• Ability to travel within the SF Bay Area with own transportation (mileage reimbursed between schools).

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• This OT position will be the sole provider of in-person OT services across 5 KIPP schools in Stockton, CA.
• The OT must demonstrate the ability to screen, evaluate, score, and write reports, perform both direct and consultative services, track and bill services through online programs, participate in IEP team meetings, and be a supportive participant in all School and SPED teams.
• The OT must align with and abide by KIPP Schools NorCal's missions and standards.
• This OT will be part of a larger OT-APE team and should be willing to support team members as needed.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands

• Physical: Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves moving. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-30 lbs. Physical agility to move oneself in various positions to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead.
• Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, make professional decisions, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize, and recall objects and people.
• Environmental: School environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Frequent school environment movement, 75% of the time, and travel as needed, less than 10% of the time.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of 22 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our student community consists of nearly 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San José, Redwood City, and Stockton. 81% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 34% are multilingual learners, and 12% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflects our students’ diversity.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. We benchmark annually against comparably-sized non-profit organizations and school districts in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The salary range for this position uses a step scale based on years of experience. The usual starting range is between $92,00 and $109,000, depending upon experience.

How to Apply

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