Pediatric Occupational Therapist Downtown Silver Spring

Soar Autism Center is actively seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. At Soar we are building a network of interdisciplinary clinics that provide transformative services for children with autism and their families. Our focus is on early intervention comprehensive support services and fostering positive developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to the individual needs of each child and family. We specialize in integrated autism care specifically designed for young children with autism.

Role Overview:

As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar you will:

• Design and execute naturalistic occupational therapy for young children aged 2-6 years in a center-based environment.

• Develop targeted interventions to enhance clients gross motor fine motor skills feeding abilities and performance in other daily activities.

• Conduct comprehensive multidisciplinary assessments and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical domains (ABA speech therapy psychology) including conducting co-treatments with the speech therapy team.

• Provide coaching and mentorship to a team of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) guiding them in integrating OT goals into their therapy sessions and supporting their professional development.

• Regularly monitor client progress revising treatment plans and objectives as needed and ensuring effective communication with team members and families.

• Forge strong partnerships with families setting collaborative goals fostering meaningful relationships communicating progress and offering dedicated coaching and support throughout their journey.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Occupational Therapy with a focus on pediatrics or a similar field

• Current licensure as a Occupational Therapist

• Experience in working with children with autism or related developmental disorders

• Strong understanding of and commitment to early intervention and integrated care approaches

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills with a passion for supporting the growth and development of children with autism

What Youll Get

• Quality medical ($0 deductible) dental and vision plans

• A company 401K with company contribution after a year of service

• 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off

• Options for 4x10 or 5x8 work schedules for full time OTs

• Short-term disability for all staff covered by Soar

• Student loan reimbursement assistance

• Receive trainings and continuing education and work with national experts in occupational therapy

• Real multidisciplinary collaboration with a team of other autism care professionals. Most centers have additional SLPs OTs and BCBAs for teaming and collaboration. This includes client overlaps and weekly interdisciplinary care meetings

• A mission deeply focused on care quality for kids and high- quality ethical services to their families

• A culture that cares about you! Shout outs boo yahs and staff appreciations for your hard work

• Opportunities to grow your career in a growing organization: multiple opportunities and avenues for career advancement as a clinician

Come grow your career as an Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar Autism Center!

Applications for this positionwill be acceptedon a rolling deadline.

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