Therapist - ECI Occupational

WAGE/HR STATUS: Exempt

COMPONENT: Early Childhood Intervention

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide high-quality Occupational Therapy services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities in accordance with Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) requirements; Assess children’s functional abilities and support participation in everyday family and community routines through developmentally appropriate, evidence-based intervention; Partner with parents and caregivers using a coaching approach to build their confidence, knowledge, and skills to support their child’s development and incorporate therapeutic strategies into daily activities and routines; Collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary ECI team to promote meaningful outcomes that enhance the child’s overall development and participation in family routines.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education/Certification:

• Masters’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of child development and developmental milestones.
• Understanding of therapeutic strategies to support motor, sensory, and adaptive skill development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families and multidisciplinary team members.

Minimum Experience:

• One year of experience working with young children, preferably in early intervention, pediatrics, or family-centered settings.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide direct Occupational Therapy services to children and families in home and community settings.
• Participate in developmental screenings and evaluations as part of the ECI team.
• Interpret assessment data, prepare clear reports, and share results with families in a supportive manner.
• Partner with families and interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and review Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Maintain accurate and timely records, reports, and documentation in compliance with program, state, and federal guidelines.
• Serve as a resource for families and staff regarding motor development, adaptive equipment, and strategies to support participation in daily routines.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as assigned.
• Maintain licensure requirements and remain current with evidence-based practices and professional development.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical practice, and respect for diversity and confidentiality.

Equipment Used:

• Daily use of laptop, electronic health records systems, and other technology or equipment necessary for documentation, communication, and service delivery.
• Adaptive and assistive devices as appropriate to support child and family needs.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to varied environments.
• Maintain professionalism, empathy, and emotional regulation in diverse situations.
• Interpret policies, procedures, and data to guide best practices.

Environment/Physical Demands:

• Frequent in-region and occasional out-of-region travel.
• Occasional extended or irregular hours.
• Work in home and community environments with varying accessibility.
• Physical activities may include standing, sitting, lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Ability to provide services in family homes, including those that may not be ADA accessible.

Data Security:

All ESC 3 positions are classified as security-sensitive. Employees are entrusted with sensitive personal, health, and educational data, including but not limited to:

• Sensitive Personal Information (SPI)
• Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
• Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Family Educational Records (FERPA Data)
• Federal Tax Information (FTI)

Employees are responsible for safeguarding this data at all times and for promptly reporting any instance of lost or compromised information, in accordance with ESC 3 Data Classification and Handling Policy.