Occupational Therapist-ITSJC Johnson County

Rapid City Area Schools; Girard (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SEKESC is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Infant Toddler Program in Johnson County. The Early Interventionist will work on a transdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive support to families and children under Part C, focusing on home-based services and integrated family-centered care.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate assessments, IFSP planning, collaboration with families, and ongoing professional growth within SEKESC's mission and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Kansas licensure or certification within the discipline.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license.
• Experience in a special education setting and working with infants and toddlers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen and/or evaluate the developmental skills of children referred to the Infant Toddler program following Part C requirements.
• Provide direct services and consultation to families in-home or in natural settings.
• Collaborate with team members to plan service needs and family goals.
• Develop and implement an IFSP for each child in the program.
• Assist families with appointments, education opportunities, housing, employment, and accompanying families to medical services.
• Recruit families to the program through collaboration with community partners.
• Follow the Mission and Key Principles of Kansas Infant Toddler Services.
• Stay current with literature, research, and practices in early intervention.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Driving

Education

Kansas licensure or certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist-ITSJC Johnson County

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Occupational Therapist-ITSJC Johnson County

Job Posting ID: 87 Location(s): INFANT TODDLER SERVICES OF JOHNSON COUNTY Employment Type: Full Time Posted Date: 07/29/2026 Deadline: Until Filled

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Early Interventionist - Occupational Therapist

The Early Interventionist will serve on a transdisciplinary team for families enrolled in the Infant Toddler Program and provide comprehensive and integrated support as outlined in the Part C Program Manual for Infants and Toddlers in Kansas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Minimum of Kansas licensure or certification within the discipline.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license.

Preferred:

• Experience in a special education setting and working with infants and toddlers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

• Screen and/or evaluate the developmental skills of children referred to the Infant Toddler program. Evaluations will be completed following all Part C requirements.
• Provide direct services and consultation services to families in the program. All services will be provided in the child\'s home or other natural setting.
• Collaborate with other team members in gathering and sharing evaluation information and in planning for the service needs of families enrolled in the program. Priority will be given to goals set by the families.
• Develop and implement an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child in the program. The plan will be the guidance provided by Kansas Infant Toddler Services up to the transition to Part B.
• Assist families with family-related needs such as making appointments, educational opportunities, finding appropriate housing, assisting with employment opportunities, and occasionally accompanying families to medical services.
• Assist in recruiting families to the program through collaboration with community partners.
• Provide services following the Mission and Key Principles outlined by Kansas Infant Toddler Services.
• Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of current research-based practices in the field of early intervention.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain timely documentation.
• Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
• Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
• Maintain professional relationships with families.
• Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
• Complete all assignments in a timely manner, including communication with other staff and families.
• Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be expected to lift to 40 pounds.
• Manages all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
• Must be able to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
• Must be able to drive to and from home visits and access the homes of each family in various indoor and outdoor conditions.
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• May be exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security.

Responsible to: Program Director/Coordinator or designee.

Supervises: NA

Terms of Employment: Salary, work schedule, and vacation to be established by the SEKESC Board of Directors and Executive Director.

Evaluation: Job performance is to be evaluated annually by the Executive Director or designee.

Early Interventionist - Occupational Therapist

The Early Interventionist will serve on a transdisciplinary team for families enrolled in the Infant Toddler Program and provide comprehensive and integrated support as outlined in the Part C Program Manual for Infants and Toddlers in Kansas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Minimum of Kansas licensure or certification within the discipline.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license.

Preferred:

• Experience in a special education setting and working with infants and toddlers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

• Screen and/or evaluate the developmental skills of children referred to the Infant Toddler program. Evaluations will be completed following all Part C requirements.
• Provide direct services and consultation services to families in the program. All services will be provided in the child\'s home or other natural setting.
• Collaborate with other team members in gathering and sharing evaluation information and in planning for the service needs of families enrolled in the program. Priority will be given to goals set by the families.
• Develop and implement an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child in the program. The plan will be the guidance provided by Kansas Infant Toddler Services up to the transition to Part B.
• Assist families with family-related needs such as making appointments, educational opportunities, finding appropriate housing, assisting with employment opportunities, and occasionally accompanying families to medical services.
• Assist in recruiting families to the program through collaboration with community partners.
• Provide services following the Mission and Key Principles outlined by Kansas Infant Toddler Services.
• Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of current research-based practices in the field of early intervention.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain timely documentation.
• Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
• Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
• Maintain professional relationships with families.
• Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
• Complete all assignments in a timely manner, including communication with other staff and families.
• Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be expected to lift to 40 pounds.
• Manages all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
• Must be able to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
• Must be able to drive to and from home visits and access the homes of each family in various indoor and outdoor conditions.
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• May be exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security.

Responsible to: Program Director/Coordinator or designee.

Supervises: NA

Terms of Employment: Salary, work schedule, and vacation to be established by the SEKESC Board of Directors and Executive Director.

Evaluation: Job performance is to be evaluated annually by the Executive Director or designee.

Greenbush is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a veteran, pregnancy and related conditions, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., H-1B visa) for this position.