Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Sevita; Dallas (TX); Híbrido; USD 58.000 - 82.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible scheduling

Wellbeing support (SupportLinc EAP)

Company-provided iPad

Professional development resources

Perks at Work

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee referral incentives up to $5,

Employee recognition opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Sevita’s Pediatric Partners division seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver pediatric occupational therapy in home health settings. You will work under the supervision of a licensed OT, helping children build skills for daily activities and participation in family routines.

You’ll collaborate with clinicians, families, and care teams to implement plan of care, document responses, and support families with strategies and adaptive equipment.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Texas Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• New graduates may be considered based on mentorship and supervision availability.
• Pediatric or home health experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to provide treatment under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel within an assigned service area.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and family-centered approach to care.

Responsabilidades

• Provide pediatric occupational therapy services according to the supervising OT's plan of care.
• Implement treatment addressing fine motor development, sensory processing, coordination, play, self-care, and independence.
• Incorporate therapeutic activities into daily routines.
• Support use of adaptive equipment and strategies identified in the plan of care.
• Observe and document each child’s response to treatment.
• Communicate progress and changes to the supervising OT.
• Educate parents and caregivers on activities from the care plan.
• Collaborate with caregivers and other care team members.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Organization

Documentation

Compassionate care

Educación

OTA program graduate

Texas OTA license

CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Home Health

Dallas–Fort Worth | Opportunities Based on Location & Availability

Meaningful Pediatric Work | Experienced Clinical Support

Build Everyday Skills. Make a Lasting Difference.

Pediatric Partners, a part of the Sevita family, provides comprehensive in‑home and clinic‑based therapeutic services for children and young adults. Our teams of compassionate pediatric experts help children with medically complex, developmental, behavioral, educational, or other needs learn the skills they need to thrive. We offer physical, occupational, speech‑language and feeding therapy, as well as augmentative and alternative communication.

Pediatric Partners is hiring Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to help children develop the skills they need to play, participate in family routines, and become more independent.

Whether you are beginning your career, transitioning into pediatric home health, or bringing years of experience, you will work alongside supervising Occupational Therapists and experienced clinical and operational leaders.

The Support Behind Your Work

• Tenured, therapist‑led leadership. Work with experienced clinicians who understand pediatric care and the realities of home health.
• Collaboration with your supervising OT. Receive guidance on the established treatment plan and communicate about each child’s progress and needs.
• Support as you get started. Access guidance as a new graduate or as you transition into pediatric home health.
• Support beyond onboarding. Turn to our clinical and operational teams for treatment questions, documentation, scheduling, and family communication.

Benefits and Perks

• Scheduling options based on your availability and families’ needs
• Free, confidential wellbeing support through SupportLinc EAP, with licensed clinicians available 24/7, year-round, for all employees and their family members
• Company‑provided iPad with 5G connectivity to support documentation on the go
• Professional development resources, including 1,000+ online training videos
• Perks at Work, with employee discounts on wellness, fitness, travel, entertainment, and more
• 401(k) with company match for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays, for eligible employees
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees working 32 or more hours per week
• Employee referral incentives of up to $5,000 for referring other full‑time therapists
• Employee recognition opportunities

Benefit eligibility and availability may vary based on employment status and position. Our recruiting team can explain which benefits apply to your preferred role.

What You’ll Do

Help children participate more fully in everyday life while providing care under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Provide pediatric occupational therapy services according to the Occupational Therapist’s established plan of care
• Implement treatment activities addressing fine motor development, sensory processing, coordination, play, self‑care, and functional independence
• Incorporate therapeutic activities into each child’s daily routines
• Support the use of adaptive equipment and strategies identified in the plan of care
• Observe and document each child’s response to treatment
• Communicate progress, concerns, and changes in patient status to the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Educate parents and caregivers on activities and strategies established within the plan of care
• Collaborate with caregivers and other members of the care team
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Texas Occupational Therapy Assistant license
• New graduates may be considered based on mentorship and supervision availability
• Pediatric or home health experience preferred but not required
• Ability to provide treatment under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain it
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel within an assigned service area
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and family‑centered approach to care

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement

External and internal applicants, as well as current employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, either independently or with reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community‑based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law