Early Intervention Occupational Therapist

Our Mission and Vision

At Includ(Ed), Our philosophy is simple: all children deserve access to community, care, and education. We are on a mission to increase access to quality, inclusive early childhood education and childcare one classroom at a time.

What is it that we do?

Includ(Ed) provides early intervention-focused, full-time, inclusive preschool where all are welcome. We also work in homes across the county to provide holistic, play-based, relationship-centered Early Intervention therapies for children aged 0-3.

The Role

Alongside the rest of the field therapy team, this Occupational therapist would see approximately 22-25 infants and toddlers in the home to provide therapy (driving time paid, mileage reimbursed). Additionally, they would co-teach our weekly parent-and-me developmental playgroups.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct services to children with diverse needs, fostering their motor, sensory, and cognitive development.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for children, in collaboration with parents and other professionals.

Conduct assessments and evaluations in children's homes to identify specific therapeutic needs.

Provide individualized treatment sessions, focusing on enhancing children's functional abilities in their home environments.

Educate and train parents or caregivers on strategies to support their child's development and address specific challenges.

Co-create and facilitate transdisciplinary early intervention-focused curriculum with a team of other therapists.

Document and maintain accurate records of assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and any related administrative tasks.

Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers to provide updates on their child's progress and involve them in goal-setting and treatment planning.

Collaborate with other professionals to support students and share best practices

Plan and lead community classes weekly

Qualifications

A Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

CA State licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

Experience working with young children in educational or therapeutic settings.

Knowledge of best practices in inclusive education and early childhood development.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with children, families, and a multidisciplinary team.

Demonstrated understanding of individualized treatment planning and the ability to adapt interventions to meet diverse needs.

Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team, collaborating with teachers, therapists, and other professionals.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact compassionately with children, parents, and colleagues.

Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children of all abilities.

Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic needs of a pilot program and work in a collaborative, innovative environment.

A strengths-based therapy approach

Genuine belief in the power of inclusion

Genuine celebration of neurodiversity.

Regular access to reliable transportation.

Commitment to continued professional development

Working Hours

Approx. 35 hours per week providing home visits therapy to our clients (this includes travel time)

Approx. Approx 4 hours collaboration and admin time.

Approx. 1 hours per week teaching community classes and therapeutic playgroups

Physical Requirements of the Job

Applicants should be comfortable

Standing for 2+ plus hours per day

Stooping, bending, climbing, and walking frequently

Lifting up to 40 pounds

How to Apply

If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and families, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any additional supporting documents to admin@includedsd.org. Please indicate "Occupational Therapist Application - Includ(Ed)" in the subject line.

Includ(Ed) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.