Occupational Therapist

Soar Autism Center; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Student loan assistance

Continuing education

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in the United States is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support children aged 2–6 in a center-based early intervention setting. You’ll deliver developmentally appropriate OT services and collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team.

The role integrates motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills within Soar’s ESDM-informed approach. You’ll partner with families to set meaningful goals and work with SLPs, BCBA, psychologists, and other clinicians to monitor

Qualifications

• OT requires Master’s or Doctorate in OT.
• Active OT license in the US.
• Experience with pediatric populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate OT for children ages 2–6.
• Develop interventions targeting motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills.
• Conduct assessments and coordinate treatment with SLPs, BCBA, psychologists, and other clinicians.
• Integrate OT goals with Soar’s ESDM-based approach to early intervention.
• Support families to set meaningful, practical goals and strategies.
• Collaborate with RBTs and clinicians to reinforce goals throughout the day.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Clinical judgment

Relationship-building

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Current OT license

Experience with children (preferred)

Job description

Come grow with us as an Occupational Therapist at Soar Autism Center. Soar provides interdisciplinary early intervention services for young children with autism, bringing together occupational therapy, speech therapy, ABA, psychology, and other specialties to support the whole child and family. Our care model incorporates the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a naturalistic, developmental approach designed for young children with autism.

As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll help children ages 2–6 build motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills in a center-based early intervention setting while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary clinical team.

Role Details

• Schedule: Choose between available 4x10 or 5x8 schedules, depending on location and center maturity
• Base pay: $86,000.00 - $108,500.00/year per year
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus potential up to $3,800, with additional compensation opportunities for achieving clinical certifications

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate occupational therapy for children ages 2–6
• Develop individualized interventions addressing fine and gross motor skills, feeding, sensory needs, and activities of daily living
• Conduct assessments and develop coordinated treatment plans with SLPs, BCBAs, psychologists, and other clinicians
• Integrate occupational therapy goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed approach to early intervention
• Support children with autism through naturalistic, engaging, individualized treatment
• Partner with families to develop meaningful goals and practical strategies they can use outside of therapy
• Collaborate with RBTs and other clinicians so occupational therapy goals are reinforced throughout each child’s day
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans based on data, clinical judgment, and each child’s needs

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, unless eligible for licensure based on a Bachelor’s degree
• Current license to practice occupational therapy
• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care

What Soar Offers

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including medical plans with a $0 deductible
• 401(k) with company contribution after one year
• 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage
• Student loan reimbursement assistance
• Continuing education, clinical training, and career growth opportunities

Join Soar as an Occupational Therapist and help build a better model of care for children and families.

Applications for this position will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.