Occupational Therapist w/ BONUS offer ends Sept. 1, 2026

ServingSchools; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Bright Start Therapy in Lewiston, Maine, is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Master’s level). The role involves providing individual and group therapy to children aged 2–12 in an outpatient clinic setting.

We offer flexible options (Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN) and emphasize collaboration, mentorship, and work–life balance within a supportive, locally-owned culture. Licensure or eligibility is required, with pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible Occupational Therapist.
• Pediatric experience preferred; recent grads encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to children ages 2–12.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and professionals to create individualized therapy plans.
• Complete documentation efficiently with dedicated documentation time included.
• Participate in collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

YOUR SEARCH FOR THE RIGHT THERAPY CAREER ENDS HERE

Join the Team Everyone is Talking About at Bright Start Therapy!

At Bright Start Therapy, we believe exceptional therapists deserve more than burnout, impossible productivity expectations, and feeling like “just another employee number.”

We are PROUDLY locally owned and operated.

Unlike large corporate therapy companies that have been bought out by out-of-state organizations focused on quotas and profits, Bright Start Therapy remains independently owned, therapist-centered, and deeply connected to the families and community we serve.

Here, you are valued.

Your voice matters.

Your work is appreciated.

And your career and personal well-being truly matter to us.

NOW HIRING

Pediatric Master’s Level Occupational Therapist

Location

Lewiston, Maine – Outpatient Pediatric Clinic

Flexible Options Available

Full-Time | Part-Time | PRN

Why Therapists LOVE Working at Bright Start Therapy

For more than 20 years, Bright Start Therapy has proudly served children and families throughout the Lewiston area with compassionate, evidence-based pediatric therapy services. We’ve intentionally created a workplace culture built on collaboration, mentorship, flexibility, and genuine support.

What Makes Bright Start Different?

• Scheduled Documentation Time Built Into Your Day No hidden after-hours paperwork overload.
• Collaborative & Supportive Team Environment Work alongside experienced therapists and support staff who genuinely care about one another.
• Family-Centered Care Build meaningful relationships and make a lasting impact in children’s lives every day.
• Flexible Scheduling Options Choose the schedule that supports YOUR life and family.
• Professional Growth & Mentorship We invest in our clinicians and support long-term career growth.
• A Workplace That Feels Human Again No corporate pressure. No feeling invisible. No being treated like a number.

Compensation & Benefits For Full-Time Employees

• Starting at $67,000 for CFY/First-Year Licensed Clinicians
• Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus depending on assignment, location, and experience.
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Discounted Childcare & Preschool Services for Employees
• And Much More!

What You’ll Do

Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to children ages 2–12

Collaborate with families, teachers, and professionals to create individualized therapy plans

Complete documentation efficiently with dedicated documentation time included

Participate in collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing professional development

Who We’re Looking For

Licensed or License-Eligible Occupational Therapists

Pediatric experience preferred — passionate new graduates are encouraged to apply!

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Clinicians dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care