Pediatric Occupational Therapist

About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Agency & Division Department of Health and Human Services – J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center (FIPP). Job Classification Title Occupational Therapist (NS) Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team of professionals providing early intervention and family support services to children birth through eight with or at risk for disabilities and their families. The role includes occupational therapy assessments and evaluations for children, providing therapy using current evidence‑based early intervention practices (family‑centered, natural learning environment, resource‑based, caregiver coaching, primary service provider approach to teaming), coaching parents and caregivers in therapy‑related activities to attain desired outcomes, and providing consultation and technical assistance to other staff and community paraprofessionals, professionals and agencies. The Occupational Therapist also participates in research, program evaluation, training and activities related to children’s motor development and parents’ ability to support their children’s growth in healthy families. This position requires developing and maintaining effective relationships, achieving therapeutic goals, evaluating organizational needs, and ensuring compliance with policies, standards and statutes at JIRDC within DSOHF. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Experience and/or training in evaluating children and families. Experience and/or training in developing community resources. Experience and/or training in research and/or model development. Understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Knowledge about community resources and the skills to locate and seek resources for children and families. Minimum Education and Experience Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of North Carolina. Shift Hours 1st shift (8:00 am – 5:00 pm), Monday–Friday Salary Range Recruitment Range: $66,696.00 – $110,049.00 EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy‑related conditions, and religious beliefs. #J-18808-Ljbffr