Occupational Therapist (OT)

Overview

The Occupational Therapist will provide occupational therapy services that complement Applied Behavior Analysis at Verbal Beginnings. This role is essential to fulfilling Verbal Beginnings’ vision of delivering comprehensive care to clients. The Occupational Therapist will contribute to targeted services in Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, and Mental Health. Collaboration with the supervising BCBA, behavior therapists, and other ancillary providers will be key to fostering positive working relationships and ensuring effective service delivery.

About Us

Verbal Beginnings is here to make a difference and give every child a chance. Our philosophy of changing lives and commitment to our core values has been the driving force that has allowed us to make an impact for an entire decade. It’s the same commitment to care with an expanding footprint that allows us to serve even more amazing kiddos and their families than ever before!

Our Mission: Changing lives. One child at a time. One professional at a time.

Compensation & Locations:

• Compensation: $70-80/hour
• Location: This role will support a caseload of clients at our centers in Alexandria VA
  
  

Wellness & Mental Health

• Paid Mental Health days
• Paid Family Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
  
  

Other Great Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Relocation Assistance - Ask Us!
• Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays - 24 Days Off Per Year!
• Professionally-Managed 401(K) Plan
• Focus On Clinical Quality, Supervision & Mentorship
• Fun & Supportive Team Environment
• Clinician Owned & Operated Since 2011
  
  

Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Provide age-appropriate care for clients from infants to young adults
• Be sensitive to the physical, emotional, and social needs of clients
• Assess clients' home, community, and school environments, making adjustments to support skill generalization
• Recommend and assist clients and caregivers with appropriate equipment for daily activities
• Create rehabilitation programs to help clients regain fine motor skills
• Conduct physical and psychological evaluations, using appropriate assessments for different age groups
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on valid prescriptions and Verbal Beginnings’ policies
• Evaluate clients’ physical and mental health, set treatment goals, and adjust programs as needed
• Create individualized care plans, documenting progress for the interdisciplinary team
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure proper billing and documentation
• Safely use departmental equipment for client care
• Ensure the quality and effectiveness of occupational therapy services
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants as needed
• Participate in interdisciplinary training and oversee training for interns
• Engage in training activities and research at various levels, including curriculum development and publications
• Deliver an average of 30 hours per week of direct occupational therapy services
• Keep your certification and licensure up to date
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Work Environment

• This role will work within the centers. Settings may sometimes operate in clients’ homes, in the community, or in the professional office environment.
  
  

Qualifications

About You:

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Passing grade on the National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy Exam
• Current license as Occupational Therapist in state of practice
• 1 years of providing OT services
  
  

Verbal Beginnings’ personnel policies, procedures, and practices prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, or sex. Verbal Beginnings’ employment opportunities are provided for applicants with disabilities and reasonable accommodation(s) are made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.

Salary Range

USD $60.00 - USD $70.00 /Hr.