Occupational Therapist

Developmental Pathways; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Remote stipend

401(k) match

PSLF program

Health reimbursement

Insurance discounts

Employee assistance

Training

Job summary

Developmental Pathways (DP) is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) in our Early Intervention Department to provide services to infants and toddlers in their natural environments, community settings, and via telehealth. You will deliver family-focused OT interventions for children 0–36 months with physical, neurological, sensory, feeding, ADL, and social/emotional needs.

Join a collaborative EI team with families, service coordinators, and therapists to develop IFSPs, using a coaching model

Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field.
• Specialty certification (ASHA or NBCOT).
• Demonstrated experience with specific programmatic concepts, practices, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Join a collaborative EI team and provide occupational therapy services to children ages 0 to 36 months, using a coaching approach that empowers caregivers to foster growth during everyday routines and activities.
• Be a part of a dynamic, collaborative early intervention team, partnering with families, service coordinators, and fellow therapists to develop and implement IFSPs while using a coaching model that promotes shared learning, professional growth, and positive outcomes for children.
• Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory compliance, including assessment reports, billing, Medicaid requirements, and coordination with community partners.

Skills

Two years experience

ASHA certification

NBCOT certification

Education

OT degree (Bachelors/Master's/Doctorate)

Job description

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist (OT) looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our community-based early intervention team and partner with families to help infants and toddlers build communication skills, achieve developmental milestones, and thrive in their everyday environments.

Developmental Pathways (DP) is seeking an OT in our Early Intervention (EI) Department to provide early intervention services in children’s natural environments, community settings, and through telehealth. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, family-focused occupational therapy interventions for children ages 0 to 36 months with physical, neurological, genetic, cognitive, sensory, feeding, ADL, and social/emotional needs.

Why Join Us

Schedule Options: This position offers a 40-hour work week with one of the following schedules:

• Monday to Thursday (10-hour days)
• Tuesday to Friday (10-hour days)
• Monday to Friday (8-hour days)
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families through a community-based model focused on developmental support and family-centered care

Serve families throughout a local service area, with regular visits in:

• Aurora
• Douglas County: Parker, Castle Rock, and Castle Pines
• Manage a balanced caseload averaging 5 to 7 client visits per day, allowing time for quality care and collaboration
• Work alongside a passionate team dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of young children and their families through early intervention services

What You’ll Do

• Join a collaborative early intervention team and provide occupational therapy services to children ages 0 to 36 months, using a coaching approach that empowers caregivers to foster growth during everyday routines and activities
• Be a part of a dynamic, collaborative early intervention team, partnering with families, service coordinators, and fellow therapists to develop and implement IFSPs while using a coaching model that promotes shared learning, professional growth, and positive outcomes for children
• Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory compliance, including assessment reports, billing, Medicaid requirements, and coordination with community partners

What You Bring

Required Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field
• Specialty certification (ASHA or NBCOT)
• Demonstrated experience with specific programmatic concepts, practices, and procedures

Education

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate from an accredited therapy program

Additional Requirements

• Must reside in Colorado
• Must be able to meet physical demands to include bending or twisting of the body, lifting, standing time, and sitting time to include floor play/therapy, etc.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (or approved alternative)
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice to Have

• Working knowledge of Medicaid and private insurance billing
• Knowledge of rules and regulations for Early Intervention
• Prefer additional experience in an area directly related to job assignment
• Knowledge of rules and regulations for the Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

$76,839 - $91,246 annually + an additional $1,500 sign-on bonus

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plan
• Discounts on auto and homeowners’ insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employer-paid training

About Developmental Pathways

Since 1964, DP has supported more than 15,000 individuals with disabilities and their families across Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert counties. We connect people to vital resources and advocate for meaningful, fulfilling lives.

We believe our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace where you can grow and make an impact.

You Belong: https://www.dpcolo.org/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity/

Additional Responsibilities

• May be asked to support categorical assessments and initial Evaluation Eligibility and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) development for children who are categorically eligible for Early Intervention services
• Adhere to Medicaid regulations when this is a funding source (i.e., EVV)
• Develop and maintain working case files per department policies and procedures
• Submit billing and supporting documentation timely
• Assure paperwork submitted by other service providers, individuals in service, and community partners is completed, distributed, and filed as required
• Partner with service coordinators, Child Find teams, and other community partners who serve young children to deliver early intervention services
• Attend and participate in IFSP and care coordination meetings; schedule and facilitate meetings as needed
• Maintain EI Provider and billing portal
• Ensure adherence to Division for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities/DIDD rules and regulations and agency policies and procedures in the provision of services. Assist in assuring full compliance with agency policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulatory guidelines

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