Therapist - ECI Occupational
ESC Region 3 Early Childhood Intervention - Victoria, Texas Open in Google Maps
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Job Details
Job ID: 5888798
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Description
WAGE/HR STATUS: Exempt
COMPONENT: Early Childhood Intervention
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide high-quality Occupational Therapy services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities in accordance with Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) requirements; Assess children’s functional abilities and support participation in everyday family and community routines through developmentally appropriate, evidence-based intervention; Partner with parents and caregivers using a coaching approach to build their confidence, knowledge, and skills to support their child’s development and incorporate therapeutic strategies into daily activities and routines; Collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary ECI team to promote meaningful outcomes that enhance the child’s overall development and participation in family routines.
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:
- Masters’s degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge of child development and developmental milestones.
- Understanding of therapeutic strategies to support motor, sensory, and adaptive skill development.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with families and multidisciplinary team members.
Minimum Experience:
- One year of experience working with young children, preferably in early intervention, pediatrics, or family-centered settings.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide direct Occupational Therapy services to children and families in home and community settings.
- Participate in developmental screenings and evaluations as part of the ECI team.
- Interpret assessment data, prepare clear reports, and share results with families in a supportive manner.
- Partner with families and interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and review Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
- Maintain accurate and timely records, reports, and documentation in compliance with program, state, and federal guidelines.
- Serve as a resource for families and staff regarding motor development, adaptive equipment, and strategies to support participation in daily routines.
- Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as assigned.
- Maintain licensure requirements and remain current with evidence-based practices and professional development.
- Demonstrate professionalism, ethical practice, and respect for diversity and confidentiality.
Equipment Used
- Daily use of laptop, electronic health records systems, and other technology or equipment necessary for documentation, communication, and service delivery.
- Adaptive and assistive devices as appropriate to support child and family needs.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
- Strong communication and instructional skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to varied environments.
- Maintain professionalism, empathy, and emotional regulation in diverse situations.
- Interpret policies, procedures, and data to guide best practices.
Environment/Physical Demands
- Frequent in-region and occasional out-of-region travel.
- Occasional extended or irregular hours.
- Work in home and community environments with varying accessibility.
- Physical activities may include standing, sitting, lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, and reaching.
- Ability to provide services in family homes, including those that may not be ADA accessible.
Data Security
All ESC 3 positions are classified as security-sensitive. Employees are entrusted with sensitive personal, health, and educational data, including but not limited to:
- Sensitive Personal Information (SPI)
- Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Family Educational Records (FERPA Data)
- Federal Tax Information (FTI)
Employees are responsible for safeguarding this data at all times and for promptly reporting any instance of lost or compromised information, in accordance with ESC 3 Data Classification and Handling Policy.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $80,126 to $95,648 Per Year
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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