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Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) – DIRFloortime®-Informed Speech & OT Clinic| Plano, TX
Children’s Language Development Center (CLDC)
We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our growing private practice team.
At CLDC, we value meaningful connection, child-led interactions, and strengths-based therapy. We follow a developmental, relationship-based framework inspired by DIRFloortime®, and we are committed to helping children grow through shared engagement, regulation, communication, and joyful participation.
About Our Clinic:
Our practice supports children with a wide range of developmental, sensory, social-emotional, and communication differences through play-based, relationship-focused therapy. We believe children grow best through connection, co-regulation, and authentic engagement.
We are looking for an occupational therapist who values meaningful connection, child-led engagement, and family-centered care. Experience with DIRFloortime® is highly valued, though we also welcome clinicians with a strong desire to learn and pursue further training in the model.
This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who loves working in a dynamic pediatric environment and values both clinical excellence and authentic connection with children and families.
What Makes Our Clinic Unique:
- DIRFloortime-informed, relationship-based model of care
- Strong emphasis on sensory processing and sensory integration (SI)
- Large, fully equipped sensory gym designed to support regulation, motor development, praxis, and engagement
- Collaborative and supportive interdisciplinary team of experienced occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists
- Neurodiversity-affirming and family-centered approach
- Supportive environment that encourages professional growth and creativity
Responsibilities
- Address sensory processing, regulation, praxis, fine motor, gross motor, and participation skills via individual 1:1 OT sessions
- Collaborate closely with speech therapists and families to support whole-child development
- Conduct strength-based evaluations and create functional, developmentally appropriate treatment plans
- Maintain timely documentation and communication with caregivers
- Partner with families to support carryover and connection at home
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy with pediatric experience
- Current state OT license (or eligibility)
- Experience or strong interest in DIRFloortime® and sensory processing
- Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Warm, playful, and child-centered therapeutic style
We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Flexible scheduling options
- Mentorship and opportunities for professional development
- Access to a large, well-equipped sensory gym and quality therapeutic materials
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Meaningful work with children and families in a relationship-centered setting
- Targeted CEU reimbursement, mentorship, and ongoing support from experienced colleagues
If you are looking for a pediatric clinic where sensory integration, connection, collaboration, and child development are deeply valued, we would love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55 - $65