Playful Pediatric OT: Early Intervention & Team Growth

Healthcare Recruiters International; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO + holidays

Retirement plan

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Healthcare Recruiters International in Grain Valley and Liberty, MO is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide early‑intervention services for children with autism and developmental delays. The role emphasizes play‑based therapy, sensory integration, feeding, and functional skill building within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include evaluations for ages 2–7, individual and group therapy sessions, collaboration with BCBAs, SLPs, PTs, and educators, parent

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in Missouri.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• 1–2 years pediatric experience preferred.
• Experience with autism, sensory processing, feeding, and developmental delays.
• Enjoys play-based therapy and working with young children.
• CPR certification or the ability to obtain.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT evaluations and re-evaluations for children ages 2–7.
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions focused on sensory, fine motor, visual motor, feeding, and self-help skills.
• Create child-led, play-based treatment activities.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, SLPs, PTs, and educators in an interdisciplinary model.
• Offer parent support and coaching.
• Maintain accurate documentation, daily notes, evaluation reports, and billing records.
• Support staff with OT-related concerns and help maintain communication with families.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and program improvement.
• Supervise OT students and COTAs/OTAs as needed.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Play-based therapy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Healthcare Recruiters International in Grain Valley and Liberty, MO is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide early‑intervention services for children with autism and developmental delays. The role emphasizes play‑based therapy, sensory integration, feeding, and functional skill building within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include evaluations for ages 2–7, individual and group therapy sessions, collaboration with BCBAs, SLPs, PTs, and educators, parent