Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant

SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND BEHAVIOR, LP; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO and holidays

Retirement plan with company match

Comprehensive dental and vision

Job summary

SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND BEHAVIOR, LP in Midland, Texas is hiring an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to serve children in a private practice setting. This full-time role emphasizes helping children on the autism spectrum and addressing sensory/behavioral needs.

You will work in a compassionate, collaborative clinic focused on empowering families, improving daily participation, and promoting functional independence through tailored pediatric therapies.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas state licensure as an Occupational Therapist or COTA.
• Passion for pediatric therapy with measurable impact.
• Ability to relocate to Midland, TX, if needed.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build trust with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pediatric therapy to improve development.
• Design custom interventions for diverse diagnoses to ease daily challenges.
• De-escalate behavioral challenges and support sensory needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary peers for family-centered care.
• Empower parents with practical home strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation to track progress.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Behavioral challenges

Family-centered care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

• Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Pediatric Private Practice

Job Description

Are you ready to make a profound, lasting difference in the lives of children and their families every single day? At our pediatric private practice in Midland, Texas, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, grow, and overcome obstacles. We provide a compassionate, energetic environment where your clinical skills directly empower children to achieve meaningful milestones, build self-confidence, and unlock their full potential.

We are seeking a passionate, full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dedicated team. This role features a strong emphasis on treating children on the Autism spectrum who face complex sensory and behavioral challenges. In this position, your valuable final product —the ultimate goal of your work—is a child who achieves functional independence and meaningful participation in daily life, alongside an empowered family equipped to support their lifelong growth.

If you want a career where your daily efforts directly transform a child's ability to play, learn, and smile, we want you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pediatric therapy that changes the trajectory of a child's development.
• Design custom interventions for children of a variety of diagnoses to ease daily challenges.
• De-escalate behavioral challenges and build regulatory strategies for sensory needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary peers to ensure holistic, family-centered care.
• Empower parents with actionable home strategies to extend the impact of your sessions.
• Maintain accurate documentation to track, celebrate, and accelerate client progress.

Position Requirements

• Valid Texas state licensure as an Occupational Therapist or COTA.
• Deep passion for pediatric therapy and making a measurable impact on young lives.
• Proven ability to manage and redirect complex sensory and behavioral challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build trust with children and families alike.
• Ability to reliably commute to or relocate to Midland, TX before starting work.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with pediatric handwriting interventions and fine motor delays.
• Strong background in tracking and treating developmental delays.
• Specialized training or experience in pediatric feeding therapy.
• Familiarity with advanced sensory integration techniques.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• A deeply supportive, collaborative, and rewarding clinical team culture.