Occupational Therapist - ST

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

Amergis Educational Staffing is currently hiring Occupational Therapists (OTs) for in-person school-based positions in Santa Barbara. This is a full-time opportunity for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year.

Position Details

• Location: Santa Barbara, CA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Hours: 40 hours/week
• Contract Length: 39 weeks
• Openings: 2
• Pay Rate: $75/hour
• Travel Weekly Pay: $3,519

Role Overview

As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Conduct student evaluations and assessments
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
• Provide direct therapy services across school sites (PK–Post Secondary)
• Document services in accordance with student care plans
• Collaborate with educators, families, and other professionals to support student development

Requirements

• Licensure: Active California OT License
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional OT experience preferred; school-based experience required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Additional documentation may be required (CPR, TB test, health certificate, etc.)

Student & Setting Information

• Caseload: To be discussed during interview
• Grade Levels: Pre-K through Post Secondary
• Classroom Needs: Vary across sites
• Setting: In-person across multiple school locations

Why Amergis?

• Competitive weekly pay via direct deposit
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available
• Expense reimbursement for certifications and licenses
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Nationwide opportunities

Interested in applying or learning more?
Contact National Recruitment Manager, Erika Schweitzer directly at 813-261-4385. 

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 

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.