Consultant Occupational Therapist

Dr. Yasaswi's Child Development Center; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Yasaswi's Child Development Center in Bengaluru invites a Consultant Occupational Therapist to assess motor and functional challenges in children and design child-led, play-based intervention plans.

This on-site role requires collaboration with ABA, Speech, and Behavior Therapists to support developmental goals. You will deliver sessions, document progress, guide families with home strategies, and contribute to program development while upholding ethical pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Valid professional registration/licensure as required.
• Experience working with Autism, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, and sensory processing challenges is beneficial.
• Ability to use play-based, child-centered approaches and maintain clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one pediatric therapy sessions.
• Document progress and maintain accurate clinical records.
• Collaborate with ABA Behavior Analysts, Speech Therapists, and Behavior Therapists.
• Guide caregivers with home-based strategies and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Contribute to program development and uphold ethical pediatric care.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Rehabilitation

Assessment

Treatment planning

Pediatric interventions

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Company Description

Dr. Yasaswi's Child Development Center, located in HSR Layout, Bengaluru, provides comprehensive developmental support to children and their families. A multidisciplinary team of ABA Behavior Analysts, Behavior Therapists, Speech Therapists, and Occupational Therapists works together to address Autism, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, and a wide range of behavioral, speech, social, academic, and sensory concerns. Services span from detailed assessment to individualized therapy plans and ongoing guidance for caregivers. The center emphasizes a child-led, play-based approach to foster each child's growth, learning, and confidence, creating a supportive and collaborative environment for both families and professionals.

Role Description

The Consultant Occupational Therapist is an onsite role based in Bengaluru at Dr. Yasaswi's Child Development Center. The therapist will conduct assessments to identify motor, sensory, and functional challenges, and design individualized intervention plans that are child-led and play-based. Day-to-day responsibilities include delivering one-on-one therapy sessions, documenting progress, and collaborating closely with ABA Behavior Analyst, Speech Therapists, and Behavior Therapists. The role involves guiding caregivers with home-based strategies, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and contributing to program development to enhance overall quality of care. The therapist is expected to maintain ethical practice standards and stay updated with evidence-based approaches in pediatric occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment planning, and delivery of pediatric interventions.
• Candidates should possess foundational knowledge in Medicine and Pediatrics to understand developmental conditions, comorbidities, and child health considerations.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and to provide clear guidance and education to families and caregivers.
• Relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution; valid professional registration/licensure as required.
• Experience working with children with Autism, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, and sensory processing challenges in a clinical or school-based setting is highly beneficial.
• Ability to use play-based, child-centered approaches, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and manage a structured therapy schedule.
• Commitment to inclusive, non-discriminatory practice and ongoing professional development in pediatric and neurodevelopmental care.