Home-Based Pediatric OT for Early Intervention

Bigmindstinyhands; New York (NY); Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Autonomy

Supportive team

Job summary

Big Minds, Tiny Hands is seeking a caring occupational therapist to provide home-based Early Intervention services to children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays. You will work directly with families in their natural environment, delivering individualized, family-centered OT that aligns with the child's IFSP goals.

You will assess, document progress, coach caregivers, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team while following New York State EI guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in occupational therapy is required.
• Active New York State OT license is required.
• Experience with the pediatric population (birth to age 3 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy in the child’s home or community setting.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans based on IFSP goals.
• Work on fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-help skills, and play skills.
• Coach caregivers so skills carry over into daily life.
• Do evaluations and re-evaluations as assigned; complete notes daily; submit progress reports on time.
• Teach families strategies that support development in daily routines.
• Follow NY State Early Intervention Program guidelines and meet billing and service delivery standards.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Big Minds, Tiny Hands is seeking a caring occupational therapist to provide home-based Early Intervention services to children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays. You will work directly with families in their natural environment, delivering individualized, family-centered OT that aligns with the child's IFSP goals.

You will assess, document progress, coach caregivers, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team while following New York State EI guidelines.