Occupational Therapist (OT) - Birth to Three

Beacon-Services-of-Connecticut; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Services of Connecticut seeks an Occupational Therapist to join its birth-to-three home-based program. You will assess infants and toddlers, co-create individualized plans, and provide evidence-based interventions in family settings.

This role requires CT licensure, a master’s or doctoral degree in OT, and pediatric experience; travel within the regional area is expected. Collaborative teamwork and ongoing professional growth are valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Some pediatric intervention experience preferred.
• Current licensure by the CT state board.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate young children's abilities using developmental and motor assessments.
• Develop individualized plans with the care team.
• Deliver evidence-based intervention to facilitate home and community participation.
• Support the transition from early intervention to school services.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork mindset

Willingness to learn

Education

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Birth to Three

Beacon Services of Connecticut provides home-based pediatric services for infants, toddlers, and children from birth to three years of age. Our interdisciplinary teams work together to support families throughout the state of Connecticut using high quality therapy services based upon evidenced-based practices.

Job Details

Job ID: 5907356

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Beacon Services of Connecticut provides home-based pediatric services for infants, toddlers, and children from birth to three years of age. Our interdisciplinary teams work together to support families throughout the state of Connecticut using high quality therapy services based upon evidenced-based practices.

Our Occupational Therapists deliver intervention to families where they live by supporting the evaluation of young children's current abilities using developmental and motor assessments. Clinicians interpret evaluation results, work as part of a team to develop individualized plans and use evidence-based intervention to facilitate children’s participation within the home and community. Clinicians also support the transition from community to school services.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Some experience in pediatric intervention preferred
• Current Licensure by relevant state board or agency

Other Desirable Skills and Characteristics

• Strong communication skills to confidently explain information and converse with families
• Strong organizational skills to support case management duties
• A teamwork mindset to collaborate with other clinicians
• A willingness to learn and grow

Things to Know

• Beacon places a high value on providing excellent training and support to new clinicians
• We believe in fair compensation and incentives for exceptional work
• We provide a degree of flexibility in scheduling so clinicians can balance the demands of work and home

Working Conditions

• Services are delivered in family homes and daycare settings. This position will require some travel between locations, within a limited region.

Work Hours

• Various session times, generally between 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday

Please visit our website at www.beaconct.org to learn more about our organization!

Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services > Occupational Therapist

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Margie Alvarado
• 110 Court Street, Suite 3
• Cromwell, Connecticut 06416
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]