Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Requirements / Qualifications

Please note that applications will not be considered without the following documentation:
(1) Proof of high school graduation (HS Diploma, HS transcripts or GED)
(2) AA degree as Occupational Therapy Assistant

Please contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715 if you have any questions regarding submission of these documents.

• Certification ( AA degree as Occupational Therapy Assistant)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of high school graduation (HS Diploma, HS transcripts or GED))

Comments and Other Information

SUMMARY:
Under general direction of a Certified Occupational Therapist and supervision of District Occupational Therapists, assists in providing direct services to assist students with mental, physical, developmental or emotional disabilities that impact their educational performance; monitors the use of assistive technology devices and systems; assists in the procurement, preparation and maintenance of materials and supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from High School and one (1) year of experience providing direct therapy to individuals in need of occupational therapy in a clinical or educational setting and/or possession of certified license in occupational therapy, or graduation from a certified occupational therapist assistant certificate program. Additional experience working with children (ages three to twenty-one) is desirable. **Please click on the link above to print/view COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION.**

CPR and First Aid certification are required within 30 days of hire.

Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant License from the California Board of Occupational Therapy is required.
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