Occupational Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting states $52–$56.82 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in California post a median of $64.11 an hour, the middle half $59.70–$70, across 306 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in California earn a median of $59.86 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapists in California: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
California is not issuing OT Compact privileges, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a California license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a California license, apply to the California Board of Occupational Therapy for a license by endorsement ($50, by its own page): what California asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What California requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist license, from the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
- Applicants apply through BreEZe with the $50 application fee, Live Scan or fingerprint cards, an NBCOT verification of certification or score transfer sent directly from NBCOT, a passport photo, a verification of every health-related license held in any jurisdiction and an official transcript from the qualifying program.
- Staying active: Licenses run two years and expire on the last day of the licensee's birth month; renewal requires 24 professional development units earned during the renewal period, at least half directly related to delivering occupational therapy services.
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in California · Every state's rule
Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 87.1%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.21x · Clicks 25
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs
About the job
Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!
For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!
Title: Occupational Therapist
Job Duties: The Occupational Therapist conducts and accesses ongoing assessments of residents. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the development and continuity of therapeutic service and care of residents such as developing individual programs to assist residents to be cooperative with basic ADL activities, behavioral regulation, and maintenance of physical functioning. The Occupational Therapist works in a collaborative manner with other members of the clinical team and other medical professionals. The Occupational Therapist reports to the Program Director.
Schedule
- Part-Time
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master's degree in occupational therapy.
- Current registration with NBCOT and CA licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Sick Leave Buy Back
- 401(k) Retirement
- Scholarship Program
- Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Holidays
- Service Awards
- Jury Duty Pay
About the Campus: The “Courtyard at Idylwood” is a 106-bed skilled nursing facility providing services for individuals with a combination of medical and behavioral needs. Services focus on skilled nursing, along with specific clinical programming addressing behavioral needs. The facility is near the freeway and surrounded by shopping and restaurants.
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The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity.
Pay Range:
$52 - $56.82 USD
It’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.
Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.
Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part of the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/
Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. Employment and advancement opportunities are extended to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to HR@CBHI.net.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
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Crestwood is required to participate in the E-Verify program. To learn more, please see: E-Verify Participation, Right to Work notices, or visit www.e-verify.gov .
From Crestwood Behavioral Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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