Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist 

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, Help Group is the organization for you! Guided by our expertise and a deep respect for every individual’s journey, we have developed a connected network of schools, therapy and support, vocational pathways, residential living, social engagement, and lifelong learning programs—all designed to help children, teens, and adults, as well as those who care for them. Our multidisciplinary team provides specialized support for individuals with emotional struggles, learning differences, ADHD, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, and autism. Meeting everyone where they are, we respond to their unique circumstances with compassion and care, creating a foundation for lasting growth. Our pioneering approach opens doors to lives shaped by possibility, purpose, and the power of help. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

Come be part of a team that inspires, mentors and changes students’ lives because everyone deserves a great future. To attract top talent, we offer a $7,000 sign-on bonus for licensed Occupational Therapists. 

Position Details: 

• Full-Time
• Location: Across Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys and Valley Glen

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide Occupational Therapy services to clients attending any school-based program at Help Group 
• Provide individual or group services as appropriate 
• Prepare appropriate documentation related to present levels and goals and present information at IEP meetings 
• Coordinate with counselors, therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, teachers, administrators, and other relevant professionals to ensure LAS activities and progress on goals are carried over and sustained in the classroom 
• Provide parents with regular updates on student progress and recommendations for support they can provide at home 
• Participate in department meetings and in-services 
• Meet all documentation deadlines as set forth by the agency and/or its funding districts 
• Comply with applicable professional licensing or certification requirements and ethical standards 
• Arrange work schedule of required hours to the benefit of the school and clients, with the approval of the Clinical Lead 

Qualifications 

• Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy.
• License in Occupational Therapy from the California Board of Occupational Therapy. 
• Must be a Registered OT, with valid OTR license number
• School-based experience is preferred 
• Experience working with children and adolescents with autism and other developmental disabilities is preferred

Benefits 

Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:    

• Sign On Bonus:
  • $7,000 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Occupational Therapists
• Between 9 -11 weeks of paid time off each year, with additional paid sick leave
• Annual funds for Continuing Education Credits and therapy supplies  
• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance  - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
• 403b Retirement Plan    
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Flexible Spending Account    
• Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
• Pet Insurance

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