Pediatric OT for Early Intervention (ESDM)

Soar Autism Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution after

11 company holidays plus 15 additional

Company-paid short-term disability

Student loan reimbursement assistance

Continuing education and career growth

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to help children ages 2–6 build motor, sensory, feeding and daily living skills within a center-based early intervention program that uses the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).

You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, plan individualized therapies, and partner with families to apply practical strategies at home, all while contributing to a compassionate, outcome-focused care environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or eligibility 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
• Address 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 OT 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 outside of therapy
• Collaborate with RBTs and other clinicians to reinforce OT goals throughout the day
• Monitor progress and adapt plans based on data and clinical judgment

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Current OT license

Job description

Soar Autism Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to help children ages 2–6 build motor, sensory, feeding and daily living skills within a center-based early intervention program that uses the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).

You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, plan individualized therapies, and partner with families to apply practical strategies at home, all while contributing to a compassionate, outcome-focused care environment.