Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

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• Early Intervention Program Delivery
• Design and implement individualized early intervention plans tailored to developmental delays and neurodiverse needs.
• Conduct developmental assessments to identify specific areas of delay or difficulty.
• Collaborate with families to create IFSPs (Individualized Family Service Plans) and monitor progress.
• Speech Therapy (Informal / Functional Integration)
• Conduct informal speech and language screenings.
• Provide language-rich environments that foster expressive and receptive communication.
• Support articulation, vocabulary development, and alternative communication methods (e.g., PECS, AAC).
• Collaborate with licensed SLPs for assessments or therapy as needed.
• Occupational Therapy (School-Based Application)
• Integrate sensory-motor activities to support regulation, attention, and functional skills.
• Help children develop fine motor skills (e.g., pre-writing, grasping, hand-eye coordination).
• Implement strategies for sensory processing challenges using a sensory-friendly classroom setup.
• Support children with self-care tasks (e.g., feeding, dressing, toileting).
• Behavior and Social-Emotional Support
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to support children with behavioral challenges or emotional regulation difficulties.
• Teach and model social interaction, peer engagement, and play skills.
• Apply proactive behavior management techniques (e.g., visual schedules, positive reinforcement).
• Family Engagement & Team Collaboration
• Partner with parents / caregivers to support carryover of strategies at home.
• Conduct parent training and regular progress updates.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, psychologists, special educators) to ensure a cohesive approach.

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