Occupational Therapist or OT Assistant

Progressive Pediatric Therapy; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Flexible Schedule

Career Advancement Opportunities

Mentorship for new graduates

Job summary

Progressive Pediatric Therapy is seeking a motivated occupational therapy practitioner to work with children in school-based and early intervention programs. This role involves customizing caseloads and using evidence-based strategies in a supportive environment. Strong mentorship is offered for new graduates, emphasizing a healthy work-life balance and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working with children.
• Strong mentorship program available for new graduates.
• Ability to provide effective therapy services based on evidence.

Responsibilities

• Work with children to build skills for daily routines, play, and social participation.
• Customize your caseload and hours for clients.
• Utilize child-centered strategies in a neurodiversity affirming manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Child development understanding

Evidence-based therapy

Technology utilization

Education

PA Occupational Therapy/Assistant License

Job description

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Flexible Schedule & Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Mentorship for new graduates

Who we’re looking for: A highly motivated occupational therapy practitioner who enjoys "thinking outside the box" and using the evidence to get the best outcomes for students in our school based program, and kids and families in our birth to 3-year old early intervention programs! If you are a new graduate or newer to pediatrics, we offer a strong mentorship program with seasoned occupational therapists.

What you’ll do with PPT: Our occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants work with children with a variety of ability levels to help them build skills to successfully engage in their daily routines at school and at home, including play, social participation, fine motor skills and overall sensory processing skills that lay the foundation for all participation in a child's life. We prioritize using child-centered strategies in a safe and neurodiversity affirming manner for all of our clients.

The caseload for this position is within our school based programs in Schuylkill County, as well as the opportunity to work in our birth-3 year old early intervention program in Berks, Lancaster or Lebanon Counties. You can customize your caseload, hours and, in EI, your geographic catchment area to meet your needs!

Skills PPT therapists possess:

Experience working with children, their families & IEP/IFSP/educational teams

Strong ability to use the evidence to provide effective therapy services

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to utilize technology to streamline daily work, such as electronic documentation and billing with PPT, which makes a therapist's life easier!

Strong understanding of child development

Drive and self-initiative to keep learning and building your own skill set!

As a well-known and respected provider of pediatric therapy services in the area, Progressive Pediatric Therapy offers a variety of caseload structures to meet your needs. We emphasize a strong work-life balance, and believe wholeheartedly that this balance promotes overall happier therapists, leading to better therapy for kids and families! We offer top competitive pay rates, a collaborative work environment and flexible scheduling. Health benefits are not included in this position. If this sounds like a good fit for you and your career goals, contact us to find out more!

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Salary: Dependent on experience and educational level

License/Certification and Experience Requirements:

PA Occupational Therapy/Assistant License (Required)

At least 1 year experience working with children

Strong mentorship program available for new graduates or those new to pediatrics!