Pediatric OT - Early Learning Advocate

Job Juncture; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture in Birmingham, AL seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to evaluate, design and deliver OT services for infants to preschoolers, helping them develop motor, sensory, and self-care skills within daycare settings.

You will collaborate with educators, families, and therapists, maintain thorough documentation, and educate caregivers on sensory diets and environmental adaptations; this role involves play-based, evidence-informed interventions and direct family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from ACOTE-accredited program.
• Active (or eligible for) Alabama OT license.
• NBCOT certification and CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate & Assess: conduct developmentally appropriate assessments across sensory, motor, visual-motor, and self-care domains.
• Design Care Plans: create evidence-based treatments to improve classroom engagement and self-care.
• Execute Targeted Interventions: deliver play-based therapies focusing on fine motor, coordination, and sensory processing.
• Educate & Empower: advise daycare staff and families on strategies for regulation and home carryover.
• Maintain Documentation: complete evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate: partner with teachers, SLPs, PTs, and parents for family-centered care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Clinical documentation

Interpersonal communication

Education

OT degree (Masters/Doctorate)

Tools

NBCOT certification

CPR/BLS certification

Alabama OT licensure

Job description

Job Juncture in Birmingham, AL seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to evaluate, design and deliver OT services for infants to preschoolers, helping them develop motor, sensory, and self-care skills within daycare settings.

You will collaborate with educators, families, and therapists, maintain thorough documentation, and educate caregivers on sensory diets and environmental adaptations; this role involves play-based, evidence-informed interventions and direct family-centered care.