Pediatric Occupational Therapist

A Step Ahead in Pierce County; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 154,732,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Simple IRA with up to 3% company match

Mileage reimbursement

13 paid holidays

Approximately 4 weeks paid time off

Paid sick and safe leave

Continuing education leave

Continuing education funds

Bonus potential

Job summary

A Step Ahead in Pierce County is seeking an Early Support Services Provider – Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays. You will work with a transdisciplinary team to assess needs, develop individualized service plans, and implement strategies in natural environments.

You will provide services in accordance with your discipline and training, ESIT credential guidance, and AS APC policies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Education, Therapy, Social Work, Human Services or a related field.
• Certified, licensed and registered in the State of Washington, as applicable to OT.
• Ability to obtain ESIT Credential specific to discipline (Practitioner).
• Pass Washington State pre-employment background check.
• Reliable transportation with valid Driver’s License and proof of Auto Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to infants and toddlers in natural environments (homes, childcare centers, community settings).
• Develop and implement IFSP-based activities and evaluations.
• Educate and empower families to participate in their child’s intervention.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data entry per regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with transdisciplinary team and community partners.
• Adhere to agency policies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Professional communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelors or higher in Education, Therapy, Social Work, Human Services or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

As an Early Support Services Provider – Occupational Therapist within the A Step Ahead program, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality services to infants and toddlers who have developmental delays or disabilities, as well as providing support to their families. You will work closely with a transdisciplinary team to assess needs, develop individualized service plans, and implement strategies to promote the overall development and well-being of the children and their families.

You will provide services in accordance with your discipline and training specific licensure/certification; ASAPC policy and procedure; Department of Children, Youth, and Families Early Support for Infants and Toddlers policies and guidance; Pierce County contract and technical assistance; and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: Part C.

Pay Range: $35-54 per hour depending on experience

Full Time: Exempt Position. Work schedule: Monday through Friday. Location: ASAPC Office, Puyallup WA

Benefits Eligible including:

• medical/dental/vision/life insurance
• Simple IRA retirement plan with up to 3% company match
• mileage reimbursement
• 13 paid holidays
• approximately 4 weeks paid time off (dependent on actual hours worked)
• paid sick and safe leave
• continuing education leave
• continuing education funds
• Potential for bonuses

Essential function & tasks

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure services are delivered consistently with strategies that are family–centered, relationship-based utilizing evidence-based strategies and coaching
• Provide direct services to infants and toddlers in a natural environment, including homes, childcare centers, and community settings
• Implement developmentally appropriate ASA (ESS) activities to assigned caseload including direct services, evaluations, screening, consultations, resource provision, IFSPs, etc.
• Complete monthly service delivery in accordance with each child’s IFSP, including frequency and duration minimum documented
• Self-schedule in alignment with caseload and workload requirements
• Educate and empower families to become active participants in their child's intervention and advocate for their needs.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to linguistic, cultural, social, economic, individual and role differences among persons and families served
• Continuous monitoring of child’s overall development utilizing ongoing assessment tools, observation, caregiver report, and informed clinical opinion
• Adhere to all agency and program policy and procedure, etc. to ensure compliance, timeliness, and accurate data tracking
• Participate in agency and contract compliance efforts including audits, observation, training, and quality reviews as requested
• Participate in team meetings, one-on-ones/check ins, reflective supervision, trainings, team discussions, and professional development activities to share information, problem solve and enhance service delivery
• Communicate with colleagues and supervisors via chat, text, email or phone within 24 hours of receipt, elevate concerns to supervisor immediately
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date communication notes with family and/or outside providers
• Prepare all paperwork, documentation and data entry in compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policy
• Maintain established work schedule, is punctual, keeps appointments, is willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes, uses time effectively
• Use independent judgment and discretion in setting daily priorities to complete tasks and meet deadlines
• Create a unique and positive experience with any interactions on behalf of the agency
• Present a positive and professional image for the organization
• Represent the organization’s mission and values
• Manage and maintain accurate and thorough data capturing to maintain compliance via physical and digital filing systems
• Ensure positive and consistent communication
• Collaborate with other staff and community partners
• Work with sensitive information with discretion to maintain confidentiality and security and ensures compliance with privacy policies and regulations
• Engage and participate in all agency trainings and team events

Organizational Development

• Support in the story telling of our work to community and potential supporters
• Fully engage and implement given responsibilities included in organization’s Fund Development Plan, goals and vision
• Support in the recruitment and stewardship of organization’s donor base and expansion of our mission
• Participate agency events, playgroups, and fieldtrips as needed
• Assist with related ASA program tasks as workload capacity fluctuates

Additional duties as assigned in support of the organization

Qualifications

• Degree in Education, Therapy, Social Work, Human Services or a related field.
• Experience working with young children and/or families highly preferred.
• Certified, licensed and registered in the State of Washington, as applicable to position- OT.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ESIT Credential specific to discipline (Practitioner).
• Pass Washington State pre-employment background check, as required.
• Reliable transportation with valid Driver’s License and proof of Auto Insurance via auto insurance declaration/binder.

Skills

• Proficient skills in MS Word, Excel, Teams, and web-based databases.
• Able to gain proficiency in computer software commonly used for documentation and report preparation.
• Knowledge and adherence to HIPAA/FERPA legislation and other patient privacy laws.
• Detail oriented and able to maintain consistency on repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Able to collaborate and share responsibilities with projects and tasks.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate and partner with diverse audiences.
• Able to clearly communicate with children, caregivers, community partners and colleagues.
• Comfort with public speaking, event facilitation, and representing the organization externally.

Equity & Inclusion

• Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency, and an understanding of oppression and its impact.
• Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding institutional racism and building cultural competency.

Peak Performer Commitments

• We care about our vision and know we are making a difference through our work
• We value individual contribution and the power of team
• We build relationships that drive desired results

Visit asapc.org/employment for a full list of A Step Ahead in Pierce County Principles & Values

Mental & Physical Requirements

The physical/mental demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mental Requirements

This position continuously requires interpersonal skills, teamwork, customer service, use of discretion, performing basic math, independent judgment and/or independent action, and reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English. Frequently requires decision-making and problem analysis. The position occasionally requires creativity. Attention to detail is also required. This position includes desk work (i.e., sitting, filing, phone and computer screen time), as well as field work (i.e., driving, visits in the home and community).

Physical Requirements

This position continuously requires sitting, hearing (using assistive devices if needed), manual finger dexterity, hand-eye coordination, repetitive motion of the hands/wrists, ability to lift 40 pounds (average weight of a 3-year-old). A Step Ahead in Pierce County is housed in a wheelchair accessible building with wheelchair accessible bathrooms. While ASAPC is a fragrance-free agency, there may be scents in the building, in family homes or in the community. Access to reliable transportation will be required for travel to office and home visits. Working conditions vary between computer work and home visits. This involves sitting and moving around on the floor to follow child’s lead, as well as minimal remote or office-based work at the Puyallup office location

Environmental Conditions

Generally, in an office environment with occasional visits to external environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Disclaimer

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All ASAPC employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, genetic information, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person