Staff Position

Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Soar Autism Center
Phoenix, AZ

$83K-105K/year

Overview

  • Start DateASAP

Pay

Estimated pay
$83K-105K/year

Benefits

  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance

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Description

Soar Autism Center is actively seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. At Soar, we are building a network of interdisciplinary clinics that provide transformative services for children with autism and their families. Our focus is on early intervention, comprehensive support services, and fostering positive, developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to the individual needs of each child and family. We specialize in integrated autism care specifically designed for young children with autism.

Role Overview:

As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar, you will:

  • Design and execute naturalistic occupational therapy for young children aged 2-6 years in a center-based environment.

  • Develop targeted interventions to enhance clients' gross motor, fine motor skills, feeding abilities, and performance in other daily activities.

  • Conduct comprehensive multidisciplinary assessments and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical domains (ABA, speech therapy, psychology), including conducting co-treatments with the speech therapy team.

  • Provide coaching and mentorship to a team of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), guiding them in integrating OT goals into their therapy sessions and supporting their professional development.

  • Regularly monitor client progress, revising treatment plans and objectives as needed, and ensuring effective communication with team members and families.

  • Forge strong partnerships with families, setting collaborative goals, fostering meaningful relationships, communicating progress, and offering dedicated coaching and support throughout their journey.

Qualifications:

  • A degree in Occupational Therapy with a focus on pediatrics or a similar field

  • Current licensure as a Occupational Therapist

  • Experience in working with children with autism or related developmental disorders

  • Strong understanding of and commitment to early intervention and integrated care approaches

  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a passion for supporting the growth and development of children with autism

What You'll Get

  • Quality medical ($0 deductible), dental, and vision plans

  • A company 401K with company contribution after a year of service

  • 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off

  • Options for 4x10 or 5x8 work schedules for full time OTs

  • A “Time for You” program to take extra time off work when you need it

  • Short-term disability for all staff covered by Soar

  • Student loan reimbursement assistance

  • Receive trainings and continuing education, and work with national experts in occupational therapy

  • Real multidisciplinary collaboration with a team of other autism care professionals. Most centers have additional SLPs, OTs, and BCBAs for teaming and collaboration. This includes client overlaps and weekly interdisciplinary care meetings

  • A mission deeply focused on care quality for kids and high- quality, ethical services to their families

  • A culture that cares about you! Shout outs, boo yahs, and staff appreciations for your hard work

  • Opportunities to grow your career in a growing organization: multiple opportunities and avenues for career advancement as a clinician

Come grow your career as an Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar Autism Center!

Applications for this position will be accepted on a rolling deadline.

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Soar Autism Center Job ID #ddc69131-3cce-4f0c-b81a-fde9c79bbd26-6. Posted job title: Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Employer

Soar Autism Center

About
Soar Autism Center is creating a network of interdisciplinary clinics dedicated to helping children with autism and their families thrive. Our services include naturalistic therapy (Early Start Denver Model), speech therapy, occupational therapy, mental health services, and diagnostic services, all designed to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to care. We ensure continuity of care from diagnosis through therapy, fostering a seamless experience for families. Our clinicians collaborate closely with families to develop individualized therapy plans, setting ambitious goals that empower children to reach their full potential. At Soar, we prioritize early intervention and supportive, developmentally-appropriate learning to help every child grow into their fullest self.
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