Occupational Therapist — Early Intervention for 2–6 | ESDM

Tier1usa; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Short-term disability

Continuing education

Career growth

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in Tucson, AZ seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver developmentally appropriate therapy to children aged 2–6, focusing on motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills in a center-based early intervention setting.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (SLP, BCBA, psychologists) and integrate ES(D)M-informed goals into treatment plans, while partnering with families to apply strategies at home. A valid OT license and degree are required.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current license to practice occupational therapy
• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

Soar Autism Center in Tucson, AZ seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver developmentally appropriate therapy to children aged 2–6, focusing on motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills in a center-based early intervention setting.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (SLP, BCBA, psychologists) and integrate ES(D)M-informed goals into treatment plans, while partnering with families to apply strategies at home. A valid OT license and degree are required.