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Now Hiring: School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – Santa Barbara, CA

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time, in-person position in Santa Barbara, CA. This opportunity is guaranteed for the full 2025–2026 school year and involves working across multiple school sites, supporting students from Pre-K through post-secondary levels.

Position Details:

+ Location: Santa Barbara, CA

+ Start Date: ASAP

+ Schedule: Monday–Friday (school hours)

+ Hours: 40 hours/week

+ Contract Length: 39 weeks

+ Pay Rates:

+ Local: $75/hour

+ Travel: $3,519/week

+ Setting: Across all school sites

+ Grade Levels: Pre-K through post-secondary

+ Caseload: To be determined

Role Overview:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for conducting student evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, delivering services, and documenting progress in alignment with each student’s plan of care. The OT collaborates with educators and other professionals to support students’ functional and academic success.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Perform assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

+ Provide direct therapy services to students

+ Document services and progress in accordance with school and clinical standards

+ Collaborate with school staff and families to support student goals

+ Travel between school sites as needed

Minimum Requirements:

+ Current California OT license

+ Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)

+ One (1) year of prior professional OT experience preferred

+ School-based experience required

+ Current CPR certification (if applicable)

+ TB clearance (questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray as applicable)

+ Current health certificate (per contract/state regulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

Why Amergis?

+ Weekly pay via direct deposit

+ Full benefits package available

+ Opportunities for growth and advancement

+ Nationwide placements available

Interested?

Submit your resume or contact National Recruitment Manager Erika Schweitzer at 813-261-4385 for more information. We look forward to connecting with you!

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.