Early Intervention Occupational TherapistDepartment: Managed Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: $85,000 - $100,000 / year
DescriptionE
arly Intervention Occupational TherapistCompany: Includ(Ed) Location: Various Locations Throughout San Diego
Includ(Ed) Campuses
- Pacific Beach Campus: 4761 Cass Street, San Diego, CA 92109
- Point Loma Campus: 3598 Talbot St, San Diego, CA 92106
Salary: $85,000-$100,000 (Depending on Experience)
Status: Part-Time/Full Time
The Role:Alongside the rest of the field therapy team, this Occupational therapist would see approximately 22-25 infants and toddlers in the home to provide therapy (driving time paid,
mileage reimbursed).
Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:
- Deliver direct services to children with diverse needs, fostering their motor, sensory, and cognitive development.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for children, in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations in children's homes to identify specific therapeutic needs.
- Provide individualized treatment sessions, focusing on enhancing children's functional abilities in their home environments.
- Educate and train parents or caregivers on strategies to support their child's development and address specific challenges.
- Co-create and facilitate transdisciplinary early intervention-focused curriculum with a team of other therapists.
- Document and maintain accurate records of assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and any related administrative tasks.
- Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers to provide updates on their child's progress and involve them in goal-setting and treatment planning.
- Collaborate with other professionals to support students and share best practices
- Plan and lead community classes weekly
Qualifications- A Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- CA State licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience working with young children in educational or therapeutic settings.
- Knowledge of best practices in inclusive education and early childhood development.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with children, families, and a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated understanding of individualized treatment planning and the ability to adapt interventions to meet diverse needs.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team, collaborating with teachers, therapists, and other professionals.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact compassionately with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children of all abilities.
- Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic needs of a pilot program and work in a collaborative, innovative environment.
- A strengths-based therapy approach
- Genuine belief in the power of inclusion
- Genuine celebration of neurodiversity.
- Regular access to reliable transportation.
- Commitment to continued professional development
Working Hours/Physical RequirementsWorking Hours:
- Approx. 20-40 hours per week overseeing and providing services to caseload (this includes direct service time, travel time, documentation, collaboration, admin time)
Physical Requirements of the Job: Applicants should be comfortable:
- Standing for 2+ plus hours per day
- Stooping, bending, climbing, and walking frequently
- Lifting up to 40 pounds
To Apply:Please submit your resume and a cover letter to
[email protected].
