Job Description
Occupational Therapist - School-Based (Escondido, CA)
Start Date: ASAP - June 10, 2026
Location: Escondido, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Hours: 40 hours/week
Setting: In-person only, across multiple school sites (typically one site per day; occasional travel between sites may be required)
Grade Levels: Elementary and Middle School
Caseload: 55-65 students
Classroom Environment: Special Education classrooms
Compensation
+ Local Pay Rate: $68/hr
Requirements
+ Active California Occupational Therapist (CA OT) license
+ Minimum 1 year of professional OT experience preferred
+ Prior school-based experience strongly preferred
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
+ CPR certification (if applicable)
+ TB clearance (questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray)
+ Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements
Responsibilities
+ Conduct student evaluations
+ Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
+ Provide direct therapy services
+ Maintain accurate documentation in alignment with student care plans
+ Collaborate with educators and support staff to promote student success
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Contract work, Local area, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,
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