Occupational Therapist

ABOUT THE ROLENow offering $2,00 sign-on bonus for new employees!As an Occupational Therapist, you'll help elementary students build the motor, movement, and functional skills they need to fully participate in learning and everyday school life. Working primarily at a K-5 elementary school in Tacoma, with 1-2 days supporting another elementary school in South King County, you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of educators and specialists to provide student-centered, culturally responsive care. In this role, you'll assess student needs, design engaging interventions that support fine and gross motor development, and partner with teachers, families, and community resources to extend support beyond the classroom. You'll also join a team of fun, compassionate OTs who prioritize joy, best practices, and meaningful student relationships. With a manageable caseload of about 25 students and one remote day each week for documentation and preparation, this role allows you to focus on what matters most-helping students grow, participate, and thrive.ABOUT UNCONDITIONAL EDUCATIONSeneca's Unconditional Education Programs embody an integrated, responsive special educational model that promotes equitable opportunities for all students. Our team of passionate staff is always willing to work collaboratively to do whatever it takes to ensure that the needs of all students are met and to establish best practices for serving youth with disabilities. Our school-based Unconditional Education Services are highly tailored to meet each student's unique needs - their parents and other family members are enlisted as partners in designing and implementing their education and treatment plans. Our goal, under the Unconditional Education model, is to provide our students and their families tools and resources so they may thrive within their community.ABOUT SENECASeneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area's Top Workplaces for nearly a decade. We're committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff, and our programs actively engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.#LI-SENECA1ResponsibilitiesProvide occupational therapy initial assessments and reassessments for children with occupational therapy needsDocument evaluations in a thorough and professional mannerProvide in-depth occupational therapy consultation for teachers, providing professional insights for early OT interventions for their studentsProvide occupational therapy services to students in support of their needs and treatment goalsWork collaboratively with other Seneca staff members including, Speech and Language Pathologists, Special Education Teachers, School Psychologists, Clinicians, and Student Support AssistantsAssist in providing in-service training in gross and fine motor skills, sensory motor regulations, as well as posture and movement to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionalsAssist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriateQualificationsMaster's or Doctoral degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent license by the Washington Department of Health for Occupational TherapyExperience with language techniques, sensory motor integration, and physical restorationOwn vehicle, valid driver's license, clean driving recordTB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirementsScheduleFull TimeMonday to Friday: 8 AM - 4:30 PM (ability to work occasional flexible schedule when school needs vary)5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 33 paid school break daysBenefitsStarting at $83,047 - $97,047 per yearActual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualificationsSalary increases each year$2,000 sign-on bonus!$4,000 relocation assistance stipendSalary increases each yearAdditional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency examComprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverageShort and long-term disability, family leave, and life insurancePartially paid premiums for dependents403b retirement planEmployer-Paid Assistance Plan5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays, and 33 paid school break daysSeneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employerAbundant promotional opportunities across California and WashingtonSpecialized training and development opportunitiesSeneca supports our staff towards licensure and beyond:We provide individual and group supervision, regular clinical case conferences, and licensure and renewal courses led by field expertsExpenses such as outside trainings or licensure fees can be mitigated through your training stipend#SENECAHP