Summer School Occupational Therapist
Job Description
RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Lennox, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Local Contract
RCM Healthcare Services is looking for a Summer School Occupational Therapist to work in and around Lennox, CA school districts.
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In-Person position available for the Summer School session: June 15 – July 10
\nSchedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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This is a great opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking for a short-term summer assignment supporting students with special education needs in a school-based setting.
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Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
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Valid California Occupational Therapy License
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NBCOT certification preferred
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Experience working with pediatric or school-aged populations preferred
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Ability to collaborate with school staff and multidisciplinary teams
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Ability to work independently and manage a small caseload during the summer session
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\n\nPrimary Purpose\n\n
Serve as the occupational therapist responsible for evaluating students’ functional and developmental needs and implementing therapy programs designed to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and participation in the educational environment during the summer school program.
\n\nMajor Duties and Responsibilities\n\n
• Provide occupational therapy services to students with IEPs participating in the extended school year (ESY) program.
\n• Conduct screenings or brief evaluations when appropriate and review existing IEP goals to guide therapy services.
\n• Implement therapy interventions that address fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual motor integration, self-regulation, and functional participation in classroom activities.
\n• Collaborate with special education teachers and classroom staff to support student engagement and participation during summer instruction.
\n• Provide services in classroom or small-group settings when appropriate.
\n• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions and services provided in accordance with district guidelines.
\n• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals during the summer session and provide progress updates as required.
\n• Recommend strategies, accommodations, and adaptive equipment to support student independence and participation.
\n• Participate in brief team meetings or consultations with school staff as needed during the summer program.
\n• Ensure compliance with district policies, timelines, and professional standards of practice.
\n• Utilize technology and district systems to maintain documentation and scheduling.
\n\nCompensation\n\n
Positions begin at $55/hour based on experience
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If you are passionate about supporting students and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume.
\n\n\nAbout RCM Health Care Services\n\n
Since 1975, RCM Health Care Services has specialized in providing school districts with equal access to Special Education services such as Speech-Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, Behavioral and Mental Health services, Special Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals as well as Nursing services to many of the nation's top 100 school districts.
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Through years of experience of focusing on an educationally based approach, RCM Health Care Services understands exactly what school districts and providers need to meet student IEP goals. We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.
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As a $200 million publicly traded company, we have the reliability, integrity and resources to meet the needs of students, staff and school districts nation-wide.
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RCM Health Care Services believe all students deserve the best education in order to be successful in the academic environment, home environment and community. Our number one priority is student success. Therefore, it is important we hire exceptional Special Education staff that have the same mission and values as RCM Health Care Services. Students' first.
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At RCM Health Care Services, you are a valuable team member. We believe you are important and we highly respect the knowledge and skills you have in order to help students' be successful. If you have a passion for students, student learning and the education field, we encourage you to apply to RCM Health Care Services. We believe you will make a big difference in the lives of children and adolescents. Please join us!
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Rcm HealthCare Travel Job ID #319788. Posted job title: Summer School - Occupational Therapist
About RCM HealthCare Travel
RCM Health Care Services’ mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.
We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.