OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 82,656 - 130,872; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paperless operations

Part-time benefits

401(k) plan

Sick time eligibility

Professional liability insurance

Paid admin time

Mentorship & training

Job summary

Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services, Inc. is seeking self-motivated therapists to join our pediatric early intervention team in Lakewood, NJ.

You’ll provide occupational therapy services to infants and toddlers in homes and community settings, guided by IFSP goals and family coaching. Part-time positions and independent contractor roles are available with flexible schedules, competitive hourly rates, and access to training, mentorship, and professional liability coverage.

Qualifications

• New Jersey OT license required.
• Early Intervention experience OR equivalent experience.
• Pediatric experience.
• Home-based service delivery experience (preferred).
• Strong clinical & interpersonal skills.
• Technology proficient.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental screenings/assessments, provide Occupational Therapy services and consult with family members and other professionals working with the family.
• Follow IFSP and develop methodologies for reaching each child’s specific developmental goals.
• Coach family members and caregivers on various intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry‑over in both home and at community settings.
• Provide services in diverse settings such as homes, daycare centers, and/or other community settings.
• Ensure that progress is generalized and caregivers are active participants in intervention through addressing specific goals, coaching sessions, and communication with the entire team.
• Prepare progress reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA and/or State/Federal regulations).

Skills

Strong clinical & interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency

Self-starter with flexible schedule

Education

New Jersey OT license

Job description

Job Listings For Sunny Days & Sunshine Center

We have positions for part-time employees and independent contractors in Lakewood, NJ.

• Competitive rates based on experience, location and work status ($80 - $95 per hour for independent contractors and $60 - $70 per hour for part time employees)
• We are pleased to announce that we are now entirely paperless, utilizing electronic signatures.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Available to Part-Time Employees
• May be eligible to earn NJ sick time
• Paid Admin time for part-time employees (travel time/training time/paperwork/prep time)
• May be eligible to participate in Sunny Days 401(k) plan
• Part- time employees are covered under Sunny Days Workers Compensation and Professional Liability Insurance
• Access to the best trainings/workshops in the industry
• Clinical Educators available for observation and mentorship
• Create your own Schedule, choosing where and when you want to provide services
• Opportunities to serve infants and toddlers with developmental delays and their families in both their home and community based settings throughout New Jersey

Job Description:

Are you a self starter with a flexible schedule looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity working within the pediatric population?

Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services, Inc. (Sunny Days) is a staffing agency that specializes in the areas of Early Intervention and Autism services, serving children with developmental needs from birth to three years of age. With over 25 years in the pediatric field of Early Intervention, Sunny Days is a nationwide provider of Early Intervention services.

We provide:

• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Special Education Services

As a business started by women to help children with disabilities, we’re accustomed to fighting for change and are dedicated to increasing representation for people of all backgrounds in our industry. Any applicants that would like to work and/or partner with us, aligned in this need for meaningful change, please upload your resume.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct developmental screening/assessments, provide Occupational Therapy services and consult with family members and other professionals working with the family
• Follow Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and develop methodologies for reaching each child’s specific developmental goals
• Coach family members and caregivers on various intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry‑over in both home and at community settings
• Provide services in diverse settings such as homes, daycare centers, and/or other community settings
• Ensure that progress is generalized and caregivers are active participants in intervention through addressing specific goals, coaching sessions, and communication with the entire team
• Prepare progress reports
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA and/or State/Federal regulations)

Requirements:

• New Jersey Occupational Therapy (OT) license
• Early Intervention Experience OR Equivalent Experience
• Pediatric Experience
• Home Based Service Delivery Experience (preferred)
• Strong Clinical & Interpersonal Skills
• Technology proficient

Sunny Days is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status.