Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Maryland/DC Market Soar Autism Center Address MD, US Compensation $86,000.00 - $108,500.00/year Schedule Full time Job Type Permanent Industry Health medical and related Description Occupational Therapist Come grow with us as an Occupational Therapist at Soar Autism Center. Soar provides interdisciplinary early intervention services for young children with autism , bringing together occupational therapy, speech therapy, ABA, psychology, and other specialties to support the whole child and family. Our care model incorporates the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) , a naturalistic, developmental approach designed for young children with autism. As an Occupational Therapist , you’ll help children ages 2–6 build motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills in a center-based early intervention setting while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary clinical team. Schedule: Choose between available 4x10 or 5x8 schedules, depending on location and center maturity Base pay: $86,000.00 - $108,500.00/year per year Bonus: Annual performance bonus potential up to $3,800, with additional compensation opportunities for achieving clinical certifications What You’ll Do Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate occupational therapy for children ages 2–6 Develop individualized interventions addressing fine and gross motor skills, feeding, sensory needs, and activities of daily living Conduct assessments and develop coordinated treatment plans with SLPs, BCBAs, psychologists, and other clinicians Integrate occupational therapy goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed approach to early intervention Support children with autism through naturalistic, engaging, individualized treatment Partner with families to develop meaningful goals and practical strategies they can use outside of therapy Collaborate with RBTs and other clinicians so occupational therapy goals are reinforced throughout each child’s day Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans based on data, clinical judgment, and each child’s needs Qualifications Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, unless eligible for licensure based on a Bachelor’s degree Current license to practice occupational therapy Experience working with children preferred Strong clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care What Soar Offers Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including medical plans with a $0 deductible 401(k) with company contribution after one year 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off Company-paid short-term disability coverage Continuing education, clinical training, and career growth opportunities Join Soar as an Occupational Therapist and help build a better model of care for children and families. Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr