Pediatric Occupational Therapist — Early Intervention (OT/COTA)

Benchmark Human Services; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Sign on Bonus

Referral bonuses

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

FSA

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Competitive wages

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support Birth to Three services in CT. Roles can be part-time or full-time, covering Easton, Norwalk, Weston, Westport, and Wilton.

Responsibilities include evaluations, IFSP development, and family coaching to promote adaptive development. Candidates should have CT OT licensure (OT or COTA), a degree in OT, and CT driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Respectful to others and able to collaborate with a team.
• Knowledge of Connecticut Birth to Three early intervention program.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Federal and State regulations, including Connecticut Birth to Three Program Regulations.
• Administer evaluations and assessments.
• Develop rapport with children, families, and team members to promote a healthy learning environment.
• Develop a joint plan with family and implement strategies using evidence-based practices.
• Implement IFSP for enrolled families and determine frequency of services based on needs.
• Provide families with information, skills and support to enhance development.
• Utilize coaching model and natural environment teaching.
• Participate in Birth to Three trainings and meetings.
• Complete Service Coordinator modules and function as the Service Coordinator.
• Ensure health and safety standards for staff and clients.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Team collaboration

Birth to Three knowledge

Natural Learning Environment

Education

OT license (CT)

Bachelor’s or Master’s in OT

CT driver’s license

Job description

Benchmark Human Services seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support Birth to Three services in CT. Roles can be part-time or full-time, covering Easton, Norwalk, Weston, Westport, and Wilton.

Responsibilities include evaluations, IFSP development, and family coaching to promote adaptive development. Candidates should have CT OT licensure (OT or COTA), a degree in OT, and CT driver’s license.