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 special needs 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 Alameda County.

Today, EBAC's programs serve over 4,500 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 thrive. For more information about our organization, please visit 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

SIGN ON BONUS : Position eligible for a sign-on bonus!

QUALIFICATIONS and COMPETENCY FACTORS

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program / college.
• OT license and registration with California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT).
• Excellent administrative, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to efficiently use a web-based system for quality review of records and work performed.
• Experience completing sensory assessments.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of youths, mental health professionals, parents and / or guardians, teachers, school administrators, interns or volunteers.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and with other community partners.
• 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.
• Ability to drive with a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and access to use of an automobile as needed.
• Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) preferred but not required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WORKING CONDITIONS and JOB SETTING

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 :