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Part-Time Early Intervention Occupational Therapist

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide home-based, family-centered occupational therapy services to infants, toddlers, and their families through the Early Intervention Program. The Occupational Therapist partners with families to support child development, enhance participation in daily routines, strengthen caregiver capacity, and promote positive developmental outcomes. Services are provided in natural environments, including homes, childcare settings, and community locations throughout the assigned service area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and ongoing assessments for eligible infants and toddlers.
• Assess fine motor, sensory processing, self-help, adaptive, play, and developmental skills.
• Develop and implement individualized intervention plans and contribute to Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Provide occupational therapy services using evidence-based, family-centered practices in natural environments.
• Coach caregivers on strategies that promote participation in daily routines, sensory regulation, feeding, positioning, play, and self-care skills.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and developmental strategies as appropriate.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, educators, therapists, and community agencies to coordinate services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with state licensure, Medicaid, and Early Intervention program requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Travel within the assigned service area to provide home and community-based services.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current North Dakota Occupational Therapy license.
• Valid North Dakota driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing pediatric or Early Intervention services.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, children with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families.
• Knowledge of child development, sensory integration, family-centered intervention, and community resources.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with children, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to family-centered, strengths-based, culturally responsive care.

Supervision

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, and passionate about supporting young children and families in their everyday environments. They are comfortable working independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and are committed to providing family-centered, strengths-based services.

The successful candidate will posses:

• A clean driving record and the ability to travel independently throughout the assigned service area.
• Reliability, punctuality, and excellent time-management skills.
• Professionalism and sound judgment while working independently in home and community settings.
• Comfort entering homes with pets, varying household environments, and diverse family dynamics.
• Respect for cultural diversity, family values, and individual lifestyles.
• The ability to adapt quickly to changing schedules, environments, and family needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with children, caregivers, and community partners.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Comfort using technology for documentation, scheduling, and virtual communication as needed.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in accordance with HIPAA and program policies.
• Physical ability to sit on the floor, kneel, bend, lift and carry therapy materials or children as appropriate, and actively engage with infants and toddlers during home visits.
• A commitment to ongoing professional growth and evidence-based practice.
• Flexibility to work with families whose schedules may include early mornings, evenings, or occasional schedule changes.

Additional Requirements

• Successfully pass all required background checks.
• Maintain current professional licensure or credentialing as applicable.
• Maintain valid automobile insurance and reliable transportation for travel between visits.

Compensation & Location:

• Competitive pay: $25-$45 per hour (DOE)

• Location: Varies

• Weekly Hours 20-24 varied

  Join Our Team

1. Apply – Submit your resume online.

2. Interview process – if you meet the initial requirements be on the lookout for an email to set up an interview.

3. Passing interview-

4. Background Check – Ensuring a safe and supportive environment. You must pass a background check generally that takes 2.5 weeks to complete.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive and impactful team, apply today and start your journey with Encompass Family Support Services!

Encompass Family Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.