Occupational Therapist

Pediatric Occupational TherapistJoin our team and be a part of a rewarding journey towards enhancing the lives of children and their families. Our ideal candidate would be passionate about working with children and dedicated to helping them thrive. As a pediatric Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals by providing tailored therapy interventions to support their development and well-being. Your expertise in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating children with various developmental challenges will be invaluable in helping them reach their full potential.Why Creative Interventions?Work in an environment that values and fosters your professional growthBe part of a dynamic and supportive team making real world impactsPrimary Responsibilities:Conducts assessments and standardized evaluations (BDI, Peabody, HELP, VBMAPP etc.) across developmental domains to determine eligibility and ongoing needs.In partnership with families, develops multidisciplinary strategies for a child’s IFSP to address routine activities.Assist team with transition of child out of Birth to Three.Provides supervision to OT fieldwork students as needed.Writes quality IFSPs that meet state, federal and agency requirementsParticipates in team meetings as requestedAll Candidates Must Maintain:A valid driver’s licenseA current auto insurance policyApproved Crisis Intervention Certification (e.g., Safety Care, CPI, PMT)Minimum Qualification:Maintains license by the Department of Public Health under § 20-74b C.G.S.Minimum Physical Requirements:Ability to move easily between sitting and standing. Ability to maintain a safe, supportive environment by quickly responding to clients as needed (i.e. blocking unsafe behavior or quickly moving to reinforce positive behavior) and following all agency health and safety policies.