Occupational Therapist — Early Intervention for Children with Autism

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

401(k) with company contribution after

11 company holidays + 15 additional:

Company-paid short-term disability

Continued education and career growth

Job summary

Soar Autism Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team in Rockville, MD. You will deliver center-based OT services for children aged 2–6, focusing on motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills within an early intervention framework that uses the ESDM approach.

The role collaborates with SLPs, BCBA-d, psychologists, and other clinicians to create individualized treatment plans and families’ goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy preferred; licensure required.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care.
• Ability to collaborate with SLPs, BCBAs, and other clinicians.

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 OT goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed approach to early intervention.
• Support children with autism through naturalistic, 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 OT goals are reinforced throughout each child’s day.
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans based on data and clinical needs.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Relationship-building

Interdisciplinary care interest

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Current OT license

Job description

Soar Autism Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team in Rockville, MD. You will deliver center-based OT services for children aged 2–6, focusing on motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills within an early intervention framework that uses the ESDM approach.

The role collaborates with SLPs, BCBA-d, psychologists, and other clinicians to create individualized treatment plans and families’ goals.