Jennifer Jones

Jennifer Jones, OTD, OTR/L, SWC, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy at the University of Southern California (USC), with a joint appointment in the Keck School of Medicine's Department of Pediatrics and an affiliation at the USC University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. She holds clinical expertise in pediatric occupational therapy, focusing on developmental delays, disabilities, and mental health conditions. Her work emphasizes family-centered and culturally relevant care.

Dr. Jones earned her BS in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Studies (2004), MA in Occupational Therapy (2006), and OTD (2007) from USC. She provides interdisciplinary assessments at the Boone Fetter Clinic for Developmental, Behavioral, and Autism Spectrum Disorders and delivers occupational therapy services at the UCEDD for children with co-occurring mental health and developmental challenges. Her clinical training includes advanced certifications in Sensory Integration and Feeding/Swallowing Assessment and Intervention.

Dr. Jones’ research interests include pediatric occupational therapy interventions, developmental disabilities, and culturally sensitive healthcare practices. Though no specific awards or grants are listed, her clinical and academic roles reflect her commitment to advancing evidence-based care for vulnerable pediatric populations.