Independent Contractor Occupational Therapist

PathWays of Southwestern Pennsylvania; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 121,780,000 - 243,560,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay $85/hr

Home, daycare, community setting work

Job summary

PathWays of Southwestern Pennsylvania is seeking independent contractor Occupational Therapists to serve infants and toddlers (0–3) in Greene and Fayette Counties, PA. Deliver therapy in homes, daycares, and community spaces, with a focus on building routines and milestones.

We offer a flexible schedule and pay starting at $85 per hour for direct time with children. Join a supportive team that values coaching, collaboration, and compassionate care while you help little ones take early steps and

Qualifications

• OT degree from an accredited program.
• PA OT license and certification.
• PA clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal Background, FBI).
• Valid driver's license.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Enrollment in Pennsylvania’s Promise System.
• Physical ability to work with energetic toddlers.
• Tech-savvy for laptop documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy to children in natural daily settings.
• Collaborate with families to build routines and developmental goals.
• Prepare session notes and progress reports.
• Coordinate with county service coordinators to support each child.

Skills

Family communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

OT degree from accredited program

PA OT license and certification

Tools

Laptop documentation tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Brief Description

Calling All Superhero OTs!
Join Our Early Intervention Team at PathWays!
Independent Contractor Occupational Therapists Wanted! Serving Greene, & Fayette Counties, PA
Do you believe play is powerful? Are you passionate about helping little ones grow, explore, and thrive? Then PathWays wants YOU to join our amazing Early Intervention team!
We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Occupational Therapists (OTs) who are ready to make a BIG difference in tiny lives—infants and toddlers (ages 0–3) who need a little extra support reaching their milestones.

Why Join Us

• Set your own flexible schedule
• Pay rate starting at $85 per hour (rate is direct time with children)
• Work in warm, welcoming natural environments (homes, daycares, community spaces)
• Be part of a team that believes in coaching, collaboration, and compassion
• Watch kiddos take their first steps, say their first words, and reach milestones with your help

What You’ll Do

• Deliver Occupational Therapy to children in their natural daily settings
• Team up with families and caregivers to build routines and reach developmental goals
• Keep up with session notes and progress reports (yes, there’s a little paperwork, but we promise it’s worth it!)
• Work closely with county service coordinators to ensure every child shines

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited OT program
• Pennsylvania OT license and certification
• Up-to-date PA clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal Background, FBI Fingerprints)
• A valid driver’s license and reliable wheels
• Proof of professional liability insuranceEnrollment in Pennsylvania’s Promise System
• Physical ability to keep up with energetic toddlers (floor time, stairs, lifts!)
• Tech savvy enough to manage documentation on a laptop

Ready to bring your skills, heart, and sense of fun to the families who need you most?