Occupational Therapist
Nonprofit | Supporting Local and Military Families
- Location: Murrieta, CA
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Pay Range: [$50 - $58+ depending on experience]
Are you an Occupational Therapist who wants to do meaningful work—without the pressure of productivity quotas? Join our nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and families through compassionate, high-quality, neurodiversity-affirming treatment.
We believe great therapy happens when clinicians are supported, valued, and given the time they need to truly connect with the families they serve.
The Nonprofit Advantage: Student Loan Forgiveness!
Because Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, full-time employment with us qualifies you for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
About Us
At Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation, we’re passionate about helping every child reach their full potential. We specialize in supporting local and military families to create a fun, inclusive environment where kids feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow at their own pace.
About the Role
We’re looking for a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR) who loves working with kids and is passionate about child development. In this role, you will lead evaluations, design creative treatment plans, and provide collaborative mentorship. This position is all about creativity, patience, and connection—turning clinical expertise into play while making a real impact in a child’s daily life.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct comprehensive, play-based occupational therapy evaluations and standardized assessments.
- Design, implement, and adapt individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs.
- Provide high-quality, one-on-one direct therapy in areas like fine/gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and social participation.
- Use evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming approaches to support children with diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, and related conditions.
- Partner closely with families to provide post-session debriefs and help carry over practical strategies at home.
- Collaborate with a supportive, multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care.
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current California state licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OTR) and NBCOT certification.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
- Experience working with children with developmental disabilities (strongly preferred).
- Familiarity with sensory integration, neurodevelopmental approaches, or similar frameworks.
- Compassionate, patient, and adaptable to clinical and caregiver needs.
- Strong communication, clinical adaptability, and boundary awareness.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Full eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- No productivity quotas or corporate, pressure-based metrics.
- Daily built-in preparation, sanitization, and documentation time.
- Guaranteed, stable hours (your income is protected from patient cancellations).
- A supportive, mission-driven nonprofit environment where clinical quality comes before volume.
- Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and advancement within the foundation.
- Flexible scheduling options when possible.
- In-school and in-clinic working environments.
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration with ABA, Speech, OT, and academic tutoring.
- Comprehensive Benefits: 10 paid holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(K) matching, FSA, life insurance, and generous PTO/sick time.
Pay: $50.00 - $58.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program?
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy State License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
