Early Intervention Occupational Therapist- Part-Time

Part-Time Early Intervention Occupational Therapist

The purpose of this position is to provide home-based, family-centered occupational therapy services to infants, toddlers, and their families through the Early Intervention Program. The Occupational Therapist partners with families to support child development, enhance participation in daily routines, strengthen caregiver capacity, and promote positive developmental outcomes. Services are provided in natural environments, including homes, childcare settings, and community locations throughout the assigned service area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and ongoing assessments for eligible infants and toddlers.
• Assess fine motor, sensory processing, self-help, adaptive, play, and developmental skills.
• Develop and implement individualized intervention plans and contribute to Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Provide occupational therapy services using evidence-based, family-centered practices in natural environments.
• Coach caregivers on strategies that promote participation in daily routines, sensory regulation, feeding, positioning, play, and self-care skills.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and developmental strategies as appropriate.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, educators, therapists, and community agencies to coordinate services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with state licensure, Medicaid, and Early Intervention program requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Travel within the assigned service area to provide home and community-based services.

Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience Required: Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy. Current North Dakota Occupational Therapy license. Valid North Dakota driver's license and reliable transportation. Ability to travel locally and regionally.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing pediatric or Early Intervention services. Experience working with infants, toddlers, children with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families. Knowledge of child development, sensory integration, family-centered intervention, and community resources.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with children, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to family-centered, strengths-based, culturally responsive care.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, and passionate about supporting young children and families in their everyday environments. They are comfortable working independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and are committed to providing family-centered, strengths-based services.

Compensation & Location:

Competitive pay: $25-$45 per hour (DOE) Location: Varies Weekly Hours 20-24 varied