Occupational Therapist

Wisconsin Early Autism Project; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP) in Madison seeks a Lead Occupational Therapist to guide a diverse clinical team and grow the OT program. You will lead evaluations and treatment planning to support children with autism across ages 1–22, using in-person and telemedicine formats as needed.

Join a collaborative environment within LEARN Behavioral, committed to equity and inclusion, and help shape integrated care for families and communities served from coast to coast.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in OT from ACOTE‑accredited program and NBCOT exam passed.
• Active Indiana OT license.
• Experience with autism and comorbid diagnoses ages 1–22.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make quick decisions.
• Ability to transition between seating levels and sit in a child-sized chair for 20+ minutes.
• Ability to lift and position a client with 1–3 person transfer techniques.
• Must be free of medications that would impair coordination or alertness.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial evaluations and establish a plan of care for each client.
• Collaborate with ABA staff, families, and other professionals for transition plans.
• Provide OT telemedicine evaluations and treatment sessions as needed.
• Maintain up‑to‑date client files, evaluations, and checklists.
• Ensure accurate billing information for each client.
• Lead sessions and participate in program development for OT and center.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Telemedicine

Client billing

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT exam

Indiana OT license

Job description

Overview

WEAP is hiring an Occupational Therapist – Lead, Inspire, and Transform Lives!If you’re passionate about helping children thrive, love the idea of working side by side with a diverse clinical team, and are excited to grow a department you can be proud of, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Location: WEAP Integrated Madison Site (Part of the LEARN Behavioral Family)

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO

Responsibilities

• Complete initial evaluation of client utilizing observation and/or standardized testing and establish an appropriate plan of care for each client
• Collaborate with ABA staff, client family, and other professionals as needed to establish an appropriate transition plan for client upon discharge from BACA
• Provide OT telemedicine evaluations and treatment sessions as needed for client's who are unable to participate in in-person services
• Contact client-specific outpatient occupational and physical therapists, as appropriate
• Make recommendations for appropriate outpatient services
• Maintain contact with legal guardian(s) of clients, as appropriate
• Attend parent and clinical meetings, as appropriate
• Complete staff education as a whole or individually with staff members concerning Occupational Therapy topics, as appropriate
• Post weekly schedule to inform staff of scheduled sessions with clients and availability for staff questions
• Participate in projects to advance the Occupational Therapy program, as well as the center as a whole, as appropriate
• Maintain up-to-date files on each client, including evaluations, checklists and samples of client’s work, as appropriate
• Complete daily treatment session notes by 9:00 the following business day
• Maintain accurate billing information for each client
• Maintain Occupational Therapy equipment
• Abide by rules and regulations of insurance companies if client is billed for Occupational Therapy services
• Be available for consultation regarding VB-MAPP testing
• Collaborate with appropriate members of client’s team concerning program planning

Qualifications

• Have Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an academic program accredited by ACOTE and have received a passing score on the NBCOT exam
• Have and maintain Indiana Occupational Therapy License
• Experience working with individuals with Autism and other comorbid diagnoses ages 1-22
• Work in a fast-paced environment and be able to make quick decisions and communicate readily
• Transition from various sitting levels (child-sized chair, floor)
• Able to sit in child-sized chair for at least 20 minutes
• Able to go up and down stairs
• Bending/Squatting
• Able to lift and position a client with appropriate body mechanics with 1-3 person lifting/transferring techniques
• Must be free of medications that would decrease coordination or alertness putting clients or other employees at risk

Ready to Lead with Purpose? Apply today and help us shape the future of integrated care!

WEAP is part of LEARN Behavioral, a national organization dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs. LEARN serves communities from coast to coast. And we’re growing every day.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.