ChildLed PlayBased Occupational Therapist OT

Elevated Kids Llc; Bryn Mawr (PA); On-site; USD 117,096 - 130,872; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Provider Incentive Program (PIP)

Ongoing training and support

Professional Development opportunities

401(k) Retirement plan with match

Referral program

Job summary

A pediatric therapy provider in Pennsylvania is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to deliver child-centered OT services for toddlers and young children diagnosed with Autism. The role involves providing play-based OT in various environments and developing individualized treatment plans. A Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy and active Pennsylvania license are required. Highly competitive hourly pay between $85 and $95 is offered, along with ongoing training and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with young children (ages 0–8); Autism experience strongly preferred.
• Training or background in early intervention and/or sensory integration.
• Strong understanding of developmental delays and pediatric milestones.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, play‑based OT services in the child’s natural environment.
• Conduct standardized OT assessments.
• Develop individualized OT treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Family coaching

Child-centered approach

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Active Pennsylvania OT License

Job description

Who We Are

Elevated Kids is a BCBA‑owned company and a premier ABA/NDBI provider in the Greater Tri‑State Area that is expanding to provide Occupational Therapy (OT) services. We specialize in a naturalistic, developmental approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and early intervention services for toddlers and young children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and developmental delays. Elevated Kids is driven by compassion, integrity, and a strong commitment that each child and family deserves the absolute best care.

What We Do

Elevated Kids is a family‑focused, collaborative team of professionals delivering the most effective developmental, behavioral, and now occupational therapy services available for toddlers and young children diagnosed with Autism.

Job Description

We are seeking a creative and child‑centered Occupational Therapist who is passionate about early childhood development, sensory integration, and learning through play! The ideal candidate will have experience working with toddlers and young children with Autism and developmental delays and will join our expanding Pennsylvania team to help build and deliver our new OT service line.

General Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, play‑based OT services in the child’s natural environment (home, preschool, community).
• Conduct standardized OT assessments (e.g., PDMS‑2, BOT‑2, Sensory Profile, DAYC‑2, HELP, fine‑motor and visual‑motor assessments).
• Develop individualized OT treatment plans addressing sensory processing & regulation, visual‑motor integration, early ADLs and self‑help skills, motor planning & coordination, and feeding support (as applicable).
• Implement evidence‑based OT interventions rooted in child‑led, developmental, and strengths‑based approaches.
• Provide ongoing parent coaching to support functional skill development during daily routines.
• Collaborate closely with BCBAs, Behavior Therapists, caregivers, teachers, and other professionals to ensure integrated and aligned care.
• Document progress, maintain accurate treatment records, and prepare comprehensive progress reports.
• Uphold AOTA standards of practice and ethical guidelines.
• Participate in collaborative care meetings with the ABA/NDBI team.
• Support shared clinical goals related to communication, social engagement, functional independence, and sensory regulation.
• Conduct joint sessions or overlapping care when clinically beneficial.
• Communicate clearly with families to ensure cohesive and consistent intervention across disciplines.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Pennsylvania OT License.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with young children (ages 0–8); Autism experience strongly preferred.
• Training or background in early intervention and/or sensory integration.
• Strong understanding of developmental delays and pediatric milestones.
• Compassionate, play‑based approach to supporting skill development.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and family‑coaching skills.
• Passion for delivering high‑quality, childcentered intervention.
• Ability to work independently while being part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Self‑employed contractor position.
• Highly competitive pay: $85.00‑$95.00 per hour.
• Provider Incentive Program (PIP).
• Ongoing training and support in best practice.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• 401(k) Retirement plan with match.
• Referral program.

Schedule

Availability to work after school hours approximately 3 pm–7 pm, Monday to Friday.

Job Details

Job Types: Part‑time, Contract | Work Location: On the road.