Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Soar Autism Center; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) after 1 year

Holidays & days off

Short-term disability

Student loan reimbursement

Continuing education

Job summary

Soar Autism Center is hiring a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to deliver OT for children ages 2–6 using a naturalistic, ESDM-based approach. You will coordinate with SLPs, BCBAs, and psychology colleagues to create integrated treatment plans and drive progress with families.

The role offers a family-centered practice with competitive base pay and an annual bonus potential, plus full benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy required or eligible for licensure based on a Bachelor’s degree.
• Current license to practice occupational therapy.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate occupational therapy for children ages 2–6.
• Develop interventions addressing fine and gross motor skills, feeding, sensory needs and daily living activities.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans with SLPs, BCBAs, psychologists and others.
• Integrate OT goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed early intervention approach.
• Support children with autism through naturalistic, individualized treatment.
• Partner with families to set meaningful goals and practical strategies for home.
• Collaborate with RBTs and clinicians to reinforce OT goals throughout the day.
• Monitor progress and adapt plans based on data and clinical judgment.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Education

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor’s degree eligibility for licensure

Job description

Come grow with us as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar Autism Center. Soar provides interdisciplinary early intervention services for young children with autism, bringing together occupational therapy, speech therapy, ABA, psychology, and other specialties to support the whole child and family. Our care model incorporates the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a naturalistic, developmental approach designed for young children with autism.

Role Details

• Schedule: Choose between available 4x10 or 5x8 schedules, depending on location and center maturity
• Base pay: $86,000.00 - $103,500.00/year per year
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus potential up to $3,800, with additional compensation opportunities for achieving clinical certifications

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate occupational therapy for children ages 2–6
• Develop individualized interventions addressing fine and gross motor skills, feeding, sensory needs, and activities of daily living
• Conduct assessments and develop coordinated treatment plans with SLPs, BCBAs, psychologists, and other clinicians
• Integrate occupational therapy goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed approach to early intervention
• Support children with autism through naturalistic, engaging, individualized treatment
• Partner with families to develop meaningful goals and practical strategies they can use outside of therapy
• Collaborate with RBTs and other clinicians so occupational therapy goals are reinforced throughout each child’s day
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans based on data, clinical judgment, and each child’s needs

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, unless eligible for licensure based on a Bachelor’s degree
• Current license to practice occupational therapy
• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care

What Soar Offers

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including medical plans with a $0 deductible
• 401(k) with company contribution after one year
• 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage
• Student loan reimbursement assistance
• Continuing education, clinical training, and career growth opportunities

Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.