PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Job Description Job Description Position Overview
The Occupational Therapist will provide evaluation and treatment services to infants, toddlers, and young children with developmental delays. This role focuses on building fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and functional skills through evidence-based, play-based interventions.

Services are delivered across home, school, and clinic settings, with a strong emphasis on early intervention (0–3 population).

We service children 0-10 years of age with or without developmental delays.

Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments
Assess children’s physical, sensory, and self-care needs
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Provide intervention targeting: Fine and gross motor development
Sensory processing and integration
Self-care and adaptive skills (feeding, dressing, daily routines)
Functional play and developmental milestones

Utilize evidence-based techniques including: Sensory integration strategies
Hand strengthening and coordination exercises
Adaptive equipment training
Cognitive and developmental skill-building interventions
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (BCBAs, behavior technicians, caregivers)
Provide parent coaching and education to support carryover at home
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
Participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative clinical environment
Communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders

Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
Active California Occupational Therapy license (BOT) in good standing
Completion of Level I and Level II fieldwork
Minimum 2 years of experience working with infants/toddlers (0–3) and children with developmental delays

Strong knowledge of:
Sensory processing
Early childhood development
Feeding and self-care skills

Requirements
CPR and First Aid Certification
HIPAA & Mandated Reporting Training
Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and clean driving record
Ability to pass DOJ/FBI background clearance
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Up-to-date immunizations (TDap, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Polio, etc.)
Negative TB test

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, kneel, bend, walk, and actively engage with children for extended periods of time
Ability to sit on the floor for extended periods of time
Ability to physically participate in child-led, play-based therapy
Ability to write notes using pencil and/or devices
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