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Occupational Therapist

Early Start Therapy
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

We are looking for Occupational Therapists to join us in our mission to transform pediatric therapy through a clinical approach that is holistic, family-centered and fun.    We are looking for people who are passionate about working as part of a team to not only help children thrive within their day-to-day activities, but also to empower their families in caring for their needs.

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for collaborating with the rest of our interdisciplinary team to develop holistic treatment plans to support children with a range of developmental needs. The ideal candidate has a strong background in research and evidence-based practice, as well as at least two years of experience working with children and their families. Familiarity with early intervention services delivery models is strongly preferred.


Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
  • Providing comprehensive client evaluations with a focus on identifying disordered patterns of development and the functional impact of diagnosed disorders.
  • Planning and providing evidence-based, culturally appropriate treatment which reduces diagnosed disorders where appropriate, improves clients’ functional capacity, and increases clients’ participation within their natural environment.
  • Delegating treatment services to support personnel, and providing guidance and supervision to ensure the highest quality of care for services rendered.
  • Initiating external referrals for services where appropriate.
  • Documenting evaluation and treatment planning, as well as maintaining client records and case notes.
  • Supporting and educating clients, family members, teachers and other members of the public in carrying over strategies implemented during therapy sessions.
  • Promoting the field of occupational therapy and the value of services rendered through the conscientious application of current best practices


Key Skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Initiative
  • Flexibility
  • Teamwork


Work Styles
  • Integrity – Job requires consistency of actions, methods, principles, expectations, and outcomes.
  • Cooperation – Job requires working or acting together as a member of a team for a common purpose or benefit.
  • Flexibility – Job requires being adaptable, open to change (positive or negative) and comfortable with considerable variety in the workplace.
  • Attention to Detail – Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
  • Self-Control – Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in challenging situations.
  • Initiative – Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
We are hiring for full-time, part-time, and per diem positions with  rates based on experience. We ask that interested candidates include a cover letter with their resumes when applying for this position.

We are looking forward to reading your application.


Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:
  • At least two years of experience working within young children and their families. Recent graduates are welcome to apply if they have developed strong clinical skills through their fieldwork placement experiences.
  • Experience working within an interdisciplinary team
  • Familiarity with Routines Based Intervention
  • Virginia Occupational Therapist license or license-eligible

Desired Qualifications

  • Early Intervention certification



Benefits

Benefits for full-time team members include:
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Company holidays
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Flexible schedule
  • Continuing education

Benefits for part-time team members include:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Continuing education

Benefits for per diem team members include:
  • Flexible schedule


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