School Based Occupational Therapist

Charm City Therapy; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Charm City Therapy, a Maryland-based pediatric therapy center in Owings Mills, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our on-site team. We provide speech, occupational, physical therapy, and social work services to children from birth to 21, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional growth.

Join nearly 40 clinicians and collaborate across school, clinic, and virtual settings to deliver holistic care, with excellent pay, a healthy work-life balance, and ample opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's motor, sensory, cognitive, and emotional development through thorough assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions addressing fine motor, sensory processing, and self-care skills.
• Educate families and caregivers about therapy goals and home activities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and maintain clear communication.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Company parties
• Signing bonus
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Training & development

Charm City Therapy is a Maryland based pediatric multidisciplinary therapy center offering speech, occupational, physical therapy, and social work. Located in a beautiful state of the art clinic in the heart of Owings Mills, we service children from birth until 21. At Charm City Therapy, we promote a supportive work environment, a healthy work-life balance, excellent pay, and ample opportunities for career advancement. We see patients in multiple settings including school, clinic, and virtual. With nearly 40 clinicians on staff, we have excellent mentorship opportunities in addition to supervisory roles! We are seeking therapists to work on-site. Come join the Charm City Therapy team for a rewarding work experience.

Responsibilities

Assessments

• Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate children's motor, sensory, cognitive, and emotional development.
• Use standardized assessments and clinical observations to identify areas of strength and areas needing improvement.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and caregivers to gather relevant information about the child's medical history, developmental milestones, and current functional abilities.

Treatment Planning and Implementation

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and in collaboration with the child's family and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide evidence‑based therapeutic interventions to address areas of need, such as fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual‑motor integration, self‑care skills, and social interaction.
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and modalities, including play‑based activities, sensory integration therapy, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications.
• Monitor progress regularly and adjust treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.

Family and Caregiver Education

• Educate parents, caregivers, and family members about the child's condition, therapy goals, and home exercises or activities to support therapy progress.
• Provide guidance and support to help families integrate therapeutic strategies into the child's daily routine and environment.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including pediatricians, speech therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and educators, to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to treatment.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with team members, caregivers, and other relevant stakeholders to promote continuity of care and achieve therapeutic goals.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of assessment results, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with legal and professional standards.
• Generate reports and communicate assessment findings, progress, and recommendations to referring physicians, schools, and other healthcare providers as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist.