Come join the Rainbows United, Inc. team and make a difference as an early interventionist helping children and their families. We offer flexible Monday through Friday schedules, created by you, based on what works for you and the families you see. On top of a competitive salary, Rainbows offers mileage reimbursement at the Federal rate of $0.67 per mile and provides ample time off and sick days.

JOB SUMMARY

An Occupational Therapist serves young children with Developmental Disabilities in the home, and community settings ages 0-3. This individual must have a genuine interest in working with children and their families.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Develops and implements effective treatment plans in coordination with other team members.
• Supervises Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Conducts Developmental Assessments.
• Works with the transdisciplinary team to achieve the educational and developmental goals of the child.
• Maintains records as required.
• Participates in IFSP/IEP team.
• Completes required tasks in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Kansas License in Occupational Therapy required.
• Previous Occupational Therapist experience preferred but will consider new graduates.
• Prior experience working with children with Special Needs preferred.

SKILLS:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, children, the public, and other professionals.
• Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

STATUS: This position works 156 days per year (average of 3 days per week, 1,248 hours annually)

WORK PACE: Self-paced, requiring the ability to think and act quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position operates in homes and community settings as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

May require frequent extended work days. Requires some travel between RUI sites, other community agencies and throughout the state.

Posting tags:

Setting: Pediatrics, Outpatient, Community-based, Other

Early Intervention, Coaching Model, Infant Toddler Services

Yes, this job requires a background check

Schedule: Monday through Friday, choose your own hours, no weekends, no nights, no holidays

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, paid sick time, time off, flexible schedule, license reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, opportunities for advancement, professional development assistance, retirement plan, employee discount on childcare