Pediatric Occupational Therapist | No Nights or Weekends | New Grads Welcome

Child & Family Development, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development support

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Child & Family Development, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a pediatric outpatient practice serving children and families in the Charlotte region.

The role supports clinicians at all experience levels with mentorship, collaboration, and long-term growth in a trusted private practice. Responsibilities include pediatric evaluations and treatment, family-centered care, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality services.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Occupational Therapy License (or eligibility).
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing exceptional pediatric care.

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
• Participate in care coordination and team collaboration.
• Deliver family-centered, developmentally appropriate care.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Active NC OT License (or eligibility)

Job description

No Nights. No Weekends. No Holidays. Mentorship Available.

Looking for a pediatric therapy career where you can grow professionally while maintaining work-life balance?

Child & Family Development (C&FD) is seeking Occupational Therapists at all experience levels to join our award-winning pediatric outpatient practice serving children and families throughout the Charlotte region.

Whether you are a new graduate looking for structured mentorship or an experienced clinician seeking autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, C&FD offers an environment where you can thrive.

For more than 45 years, Child & Family Development has been a trusted provider of pediatric therapy services and is proud to be the longest-standing private outpatient pediatric therapy practice in the Charlotte area. We have been recognized as Charlotte's Best and Best of North Carolina for Children's and Adolescent Therapy Services, reflecting our commitment to exceptional care and a clinician-focused culture.

Why Occupational Therapists Choose C&FD

• No nights, weekends, or holiday schedules
• Award-winning pediatric therapy organization
• Structured mentorship and onboarding program
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care model that includes therapy, behavioral health, psychology, ABA, and educational services
• Clinical autonomy and professional respect
• Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and specialty development
• Stable, established practice with strong community roots

Designed for New Graduates

We welcome new graduates and provide:

• Structured onboarding and mentorship
• Ongoing clinical support from experienced pediatric therapists
• Collaborative learning with Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychology, ABA, and Education teams
• A supportive environment to build confidence and pediatric expertise

Designed for Experienced Occupational Therapists

Experienced clinicians will enjoy:

• Clinical autonomy and professional independence
• Opportunities to develop specialty areas of interest
• Mentorship and leadership opportunities
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• A culture that values your expertise and clinical judgment

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist provides pediatric evaluations and treatment services to help children develop the skills needed for success in daily activities, school, play, and family life. Therapists work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver individualized, family-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric occupational therapy evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation
• Participate in care coordination and team collaboration

Deliver family-centered, developmentally appropriate care

Qualifications

Required

• Active North Carolina Occupational Therapy License (or eligibility for licensure)
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing exceptional pediatric care

Preferred

• Pediatric experience
• Outpatient pediatric therapy experience

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a CompetitiveBase Plus compensation model that rewards clinicians for serving children and families while maintaining work-life balance.

Total earning potential up to $87,000+ annually, depending on experience, schedule, and billable hours.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution; company-paid short-term disability and life insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; and professional development support.

Why Join Child & Family Development?

At Child & Family Development, we believe great clinicians provide the best care when they are supported, respected, and empowered to grow. Our team is committed to creating a positive and collaborative environment where therapists can build meaningful careers while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

Watch our team video to learn more about life at Child & Family Development.