Occupational Therapist - Therapy Rehab (Part Time)

Building Connections Behavioral Health (BCBH) is looking for motivated, energetic individuals who have a passion for helping others and working within a team. At BCBH, our foundation is built from the bottom up. We work with children who may be on the Autism spectrum, who may have behavioral difficulties or neurological differences, and we help them gain skills to be their most independent and fulfilled selves. This School-Based Occupational Therapist will help support our Clinic in Walnut Creek and our Non-Public Schools in both Concord and Martinez. This is an in-person role and we are open to full or part time work. Occupational Therapy License (Required).

Registered with the American Occupational Therapy Association and/or certified with the National Board of Occupational Therapy.

Intellectual, sensory, and physical development of children.

Application of occupational therapy techniques utilized in the assessment and treatment of children with disabilities.

Theory of physical and mental rehabilitation underlying the practices of occupational therapy; Principles, methods, and objectives of occupational therapy treatment, services, techniques of skeletal anatomy, neuromuscular function, and dysfunction; kinesiology and occupational therapy modalities.

Actively support Building Connections Academy's mission, vision, values, and goals.

Principles of consultation, training, and supervision.

Accurately assess the developmental status and educational needs of children.

Maintain student performance data and documentation.

Support quality improvement efforts by complying with company initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.

Follow and uphold all Building Connections Academy's policies outlined in the handbook, and procedural documents.

Therapist will help develop the Building Connections OT program.

Provides occupational therapy services, as identified through each Individualized Education Program (IEP) to students enrolled at Building Connections Academy.

Provides students with individual treatment and group therapy sessions to correct specific areas of sensory-motor integrative dysfunction.

Develops occupational therapy treatment plans based on the educational goals for students to improve the student's functional abilities within the school and naturalistic settings, in collaboration with the IEP team.

Participates in meetings between Building Connections Academy staff and families on the appropriate implementation of programs; collaborates and coordinates occupational therapy goals with the educational program.

Demonstrates educational and developmental strategies to students and families for successful home intervention of perceptual, motor, and sensory programs.

recommends appropriate activities and materials designed to support motor goals in the home.

Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the laws and policies governing Special Education in California, particularly as they pertain to the delivery of occupational therapy services.

Administers occupational therapy programs as needed in terms of budget recommendations, space, and equipment recommendations.

Note : This job description is a general overview and may be subject to change or modification based on the specific requirements of the school or district, as well as the unique needs of students with disabilities.

Building Connections is a family of programs dedicated to supporting individuals with learning differences and their families. Through Building Connections Behavioral Health (BCBH), we provide high-quality ABA therapy that empowers children and teens with the skills they need to thrive in everyday life.Building Connections Academy (BCA) is a nonpublic school serving students with mild to moderate and extensive support needs in an inclusive and innovative learning environment. Bridge Quest Academy (BQA) is our micro-school designed for curious, hands-on learners, offering a personalized, project-based approach within a neuroaffirming community.Together, BCBH, BCA, and BQA share one mission: building confidence, independence, and meaningful connections so every learner can reach their full potential.