Occupational Therapist

Kelly Pediatric Therapy; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship with Clinical Directors

Early Intervention Academy

Lending Library

Job summary

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking a part time Occupational Therapist to provide early intervention services for children birth to 3 years old in Lebanon County, PA. Travel to homes and community settings is required. Weekdays 9am-5pm; the role includes administrative duties to support program growth in the county.

The position offers mentorship within a supportive team and access to an Early Intervention Academy and a Lending Library to assist with evaluation materials.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state OT license.
• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Clearances (Child Abuse, Federal, State) required.
• Experience working with pediatric populations preferred.
• CPR and First Aid for HealthCare Provider required.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services under IFSP for children birth to age 3.
• Deliver services in homes, daycares, and community settings.
• Coach families on intervention strategies to enhance participation.
• Participate in IFSP and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Prepare and maintain client documentation in a timely manner per regulations.

Skills

Valid state license as an OT

Experience in Pediatrics

Pediatric CPR and First Aid

Travel to homes

Weekday availability 9am-5pm

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking a part time Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide early intervention services for children birth to 3 years old in Lebanon County, PA. This would start as a part time position and be able to build a full time caseload as desired.

It would require travel to homes and community settings.

Requires week day availability between 9am and 5pm.

This is a unique roll and would also require some administrative type duties to assist with marketing and building the program in the county.

Perks:

• KPTprovides consistent on-site and off-site mentorship with Clinical Directors and Team Leaders.
• Early Intervention Academy: We provide the support and community a new Early Intervention therapist needs to feel comfortable and be successful.
• Lending Library: KPTrecognizes the additional expense in providing evaluation materials. We have an extensive library of testing tools and assessments for therapists to borrow as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Follow Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) by providing occupational therapy services to children from birth to age 3 as well as consultation with the family/caregivers and other team members to support the child in reaching their specific developmental goals.
• Provide services in homes, daycares and other community settings.
• Coach families/caregivers on intervention strategies to facilitate their engagement and active involvement and transfer skills across settings.
• Participate in IFSP and multi-disciplinary team meetings to assist in evaluating student needs/progress and to develop and/or revise individualized therapy interventions, objectives, and goals.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required student documentation and reports in compliance with deadlines, HIPPA, and County/State/Federal regulations.

Company Profile:

Each year the number of students receiving related services under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) changes and grows. The need for expert clinicians (like you!) to serve these students is the catalyst for PTS’s mission to deliver holistic, comprehensive, education-based therapy services. For over 20 years, KPT has partnered with Independent Contractors that share this same mission. Together we can change the way we help children access their full education and have reach their potential!

Qualifications:

• Valid state license as an Occupational Therapist
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances
• Experience in Pediatrics is preferred
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid for the HealthCare Provider