What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Kennedy-Donovan Center?
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About this role:
Our pediatric Occupational Therapist role is part of a team of specialists that provide family-centered services that support and enable families to meet their child's individual needs through education, training, and support. You will work with families in a hybrid of telehealth and in-person sessions to provide services. Our Early Intervention Occupational Therapist works with children 0-3.
Sign-On Bonus: $2,000
Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time; Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm
Compensation: $ /hour
We are looking for pediatric OT's who have:
- A valid Massachusetts Occupational Therapy License, required.
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation, required.
- Meet DPH requirements.
- Pediatric experience.
The physical requirements for our Occupational Therapist:
- Frequent movement including but not limited to kneeling, bending, sitting, lifting, and positioning of children
- Ability to lift 50 pounds alone, 51 pounds with the assistance of another person or adaptive equipment
As a KDC EI OT you'll get to:
- Partner with families to identify each child's strengths and developmental needs
- Together develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
- Work closely with a transdisciplinary team on program planning and delivery of services
- Oversee case management and referral services to assigned caseload
- Conduct home visits to provide developmental stimulation, parent training, and support
- Facilitate parent/child and/or child groups
- Complete reports of assessments, progress reports, IFSPs, and discharge summaries
- Maintain appropriate communication with physicians, clinics, and community agencies participating in each child's care
KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence