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*Program:* Therapeutic Services

*Title:* Occupational Therapist

*Job Classification:* Full Time; Hourly

*Reports Structure:*

* Supervised by the Therapeutic Services Manager
* May provide supervision to university/college students

*Pay:* $34.89-$44.25 per hour

*Retention Bonus:* _Receive a $2500 Retention Bonus! Start your journey with us and enjoy this exciting perk!_

*About Us: *

TLC Learning Center exemplifies caring, comprehensive, inclusive early learning, therapeutic services, and family and caregiver support through a wide range of programs and services.

* *Inclusive Learning Environment*: We excel in inclusive, flexible, responsive learning environments and community.
* *Family and Caregiver Support*: We provide education, resources, and reliable support to families and caregivers.
* *Leadership and Advocacy*: We are leaders in early learning and therapy services for children and youth through demonstration of innovative and evidence-based practices and advocacy for disability rights.

*Job Summary:*

To provide quality pediatric occupational therapy services, birth to 12 years of age, including evaluation, consultation, and ongoing treatment and education to children and their caregivers, and discharge as appropriate. Therapy services may be provided in natural environments, at TLC Learning Center, or through education programs.

*Major Job Responsibilities and Duties*

* Evaluate children using age appropriate methods including standardized assessment, informal testing, and observation.
* Develop a family centered or education based comprehensive treatment plan (Plan of Care) and provide ongoing caregiver/teacher education.
* Maintain and report necessary data to support progress made on individual goals and objectives.
* Maintain expected productivity, based on assigned caseload, and maintain documentation in accordance with internal timelines, payer agreements and program policy and procedures.
* Participate as a member of the child's team including attending IFSP meetings and parent teacher conferences, and communicating with service coordinators and payers as needed.
* Learn and follow office routines, including, but not limited to checking and responding to voice mail and emails on a regular basis, faxing letters of medical necessity, keeping therapy areas clean and organized, etc.
* Participate in meetings including monthly Therapeutic Services meetings, all staff meetings, team meetings with preschool personnel and other meetings as assigned by the Therapeutic Services Manager and Executive Director.
* Utilize Fusion (electronic health record) to maintain scheduling and note writing.
* Participate in annual and ongoing trainings required to perform job responsibilities within the Center's philosophies and policy and procedures or as assigned by the Therapeutic Services Manager or Executive Director.
* Take personal responsibility for obtaining and maintaining his/her compliance with professional certification and TLC Learning Center regulations.
* Assist with Center's efforts to increase community awareness of TLC Learning Center's services by attending two (2) events (Community Outreach or fundraisers) per year.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

*Minimum Qualifications *

* Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy prior to 2007.
* Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy beginning 2007.
* Occupational Therapist Registered OTR (NBCOT Certification).
* Occupational Therapist Licensure verified through DORA.
* CPR and First Aid.

*Preferred Qualifications*

* Membership in the American Occupational Therapy Association.
* Advanced training in SI, NDT or other pediatric area.
* Spanish speaking.
* Sign Language.

*Physical Requirements*

* Required lifting and transferring of children and equipment (minimum of 10 pounds).
* Ability to sit and move around on the floor.
* Ability to drive and provide personal transportation within a 30 minute radius of TLC Learning Center.

*Benefits*

* *403(b) Retirement Plan* with 3% employer matching
* *Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance* with 50% employer contribution toward the employee's base premium
* *Employer-Paid Life Insurance*
* *Health Savings Account (HSA)* options
* *Paid Time Off (PTO)* beginning on Day 1 of employment
* *Professional Development Support* for continued growth in the ECE field*.*

*Perks of Working at TLC*

* *Mission-Driven Work* - Make a direct impact on children's growth, development, and future success.
* *Community Engagement* - Opportunities to volunteer at family events, literacy programs, and community service projects that strengthen connections with local families.
* *Inclusive Team Culture* - Work in a supportive, collaborative environment where every staff member's voice matters.
* *Career Growth* - Paid training, coaching, and leadership development opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.89 - $44.25 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Mileage reimbursement
* Opportunities for advancement
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
* Wellness program



Application Question(s):
* Tell us about your experience working with children (birth to age 12) as an occupational therapist. What settings have you worked in, and for how long?

Education:
* Master's (Required)

License/Certification:
* Occupational Therapy License (Required)
* OTR through NBCOT? (Required)
* CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person