What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist(Bilingual/Portuguese) - Early Intervention position at Eliot Community Human Services?
At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits at EliotWe prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:
- Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
- Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
- Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
- Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
Eliot is seeking a licensed Bilingual Occupational Therapist in English/Portuguese to join our Early Intervention (EI) division. Eliot's Early Intervention Program (EI) supports children from birth to three years of age with developmental delays or disabilities in the Everett, Malden, and Medford areas. Our multidisciplinary team delivers community-based therapeutic interventions using a coaching model with parents and caregivers.
The ideal candidate will have experience in infancy/early childhood, the willingness to travel and the ability to work a flexible work schedule in a fast paced environment contingent upon the child's and families needs.
Responsibilities:
- Observe and evaluate children to assist with identifying functional goals and interventions
- Provide intervention in the areas of postural control, mobility, muscle tone, range of motion, sensory integration, perceptual motor, oral motor, and activities of daily living.
- Develop and ensure follow-up to treatment goals in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).
- Offer training, input and guidance to the Team that promotes client independence
- Observe and evaluate clients to identify conditions and needs, collaborating with the team to determine effective actions
- Serve as a resource to educate clients, their families, and other supports about the client’s condition and needs
- Facilitate communication within the team and with external supports, including medical services, psychiatric services, care coordination entities, family members, and other involved providers
- Participate in assessments and treatment plan development
Qualifications:
- Must possess a current OTR/L license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Experience working with children 0-3 years of age with developmental delays or disabilities
- Valid Massachusetts drivers license and reliable transportation
- Bilingual preferred. Bilingual candidates fluent in a needed language may be eligible for a 6% salary increase
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Annual Salary: $68,900 USD - $68,900 USD
At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.
Apply today and make a difference.
Salary : $68,900