Occupational Therapist

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

East Bay Agency for Children’s (EBAC) mission is to improve the well-being of children, youth, and families by reducing the impact of trauma and social inequities. EBAC strives to reduce barriers that contribute to disparities in wellness for socio-economically disadvantaged and racially marginalized families and to create communities where all children and families have support systems to reach their full potential.

EBAC was established in 1952 when a group of parents of children with autism wanted to give their children the same educational and recreational opportunities that contribute to the physical well-being and social growth of all children. From this was born the first day-treatment program west of the Mississippi and was the foundation of growth in meeting the needs of children and families living in the San Francisco Bay Area, and especially in Alameda County.

Today, EBAC’s programs serve over 10,000 children, youth and families throughout Alameda County each year with the goal of giving each child and family the specific resources, skills, and support they need to help them reach their full potential. The organization has strategically grown its program offerings to include a wide variety of supports and services to the community. For more information about our organization, please visit the website at www.ebac.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Occupational Therapist (OT) delivers high-quality, client-centered services to children and adolescents in school and community-based settings. The OT supports students’ participation in academic, social, and daily living activities through individualized and group interventions that promote physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development. The OT addresses fine motor, sensory processing, self-help, and executive functioning skills that impact academic success and daily school routines. Working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the OT helps students develop the functional abilities necessary to thrive in school settings across Alameda County.

Position Reports To : Program Director

1. Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program/college.
2. OT license and registration with California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT).
3. Excellent administrative, written and oral communication skills.
4. Ability to efficiently use a web-based system for quality review of records and work performed.
5. Experience completing sensory assessments.
6. Ability to speak effectively before groups of youths, mental health professionals, parents and/or guardians, teachers, school administrators, interns or volunteers.
7. Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and with other community partners.
8. Work skills should include a willingness to maintain clear and complete records, meet deadlines for written reports, and compile and report monthly statistics as needed.
9. Ability to drive with a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and access to use of an automobile as needed.
10. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide occupational therapy assessments, develop client-centered and strengths-based treatment goals, as well as individual and group interventions within the school, home, and community settings for youth, their families and site staff.
2. Provide direct and consultative OT services to students in classroom, group, and individual settings.
3. Address areas such as fine motor coordination, visual-motor integration, sensory regulation, handwriting, activities of daily living, and environmental access.
4. Collaborate with teachers, special educators, administrators, and families to integrate therapy strategies into daily routines and academic activities.
5. Adapt classroom materials and modify the school environment to support student participation and independence.
6. Identify community resources and facilitate linkages for clients and families.
7. Record progress notes and other charting requirements as necessary in a timely manner.
8. Participate in staff meetings; trainings; and treatment planning and clinical reviews.
9. Consult with Program Director, Clinicians, and classroom staff on individual children’s progress.
10. Utilize assessments tools, such as Sensory Profile 2 Parent and Teacher forms to evaluate children’s needs.
11. Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS and JOB SETTING

1. Work is at various locations in Alameda County.
2. Routine driving is required; work is split between office and field visits.
3. Ability to drive, with appropriate driver’s license and insurance; or access to a car.
4. Periodic lifting up to 25 pounds is required

BENEFITS INFORMATION

EBAC offers a uniquely generous PAID time off package including up to 15 paid Holidays a year, generous vacation accruals for eligible employees; and an outstandingly comprehensive benefits package that includes:

1. Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. Full time employee only coverage is free of charge for certain Medical and Dental coverages.
2. Multiple options of Mental Health Care supports and services.
3. Chiropractic and Acupuncture benefits included in Medical plans.
4. Employer paid Basic Term Life/AD&D insurance; employee paid voluntary life insurance and AD&D (for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect).
5. Accident, Critical illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage ( for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect ).
6. Tax deferred FSA (flexible spending account) for Health Care and/or Child Care; commuter benefits for Transit and/or Parking expenses.
7. 403b retirement program with an up to 4% Employer dollar to dollar Match after 1 year of employment.
8. Prepaid Legal Consultation and Identity Theft Protection insurance.
9. Pet Insurance to care for the four-legged family member(s).
10. ScholarShare 529 Savings Plan for higher education expenses for the beneficiary includes employee, child or another family member, etc.