Occupational Therapist(Bilingual/Portuguese) - Early Intervention

Eliot Community Human Services • Malden, MA

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Eliot's Early Intervention Program (EI) supports children from birth to three years of age with developmental delays or disabilities in the Everett, Malden, and Medford areas. Our multidisciplinary team delivers community-based therapeutic interventions using a coaching model with parents and caregivers. The ideal candidate will have experience in infancy/early childhood, the willingness to travel and the ability to work a flexible work schedule in a fast paced environment contingent upon the child's and families needs.

Requirements

• Must possess a current OTR/L license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Experience working with children 0-3 years of age with developmental delays or disabilities
• Valid Massachusetts drivers license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred. Bilingual candidates fluent in a needed language may be eligible for a 6% salary increase

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate children to assist with identifying functional goals and interventions
• Provide intervention in the areas of postural control, mobility, muscle tone, range of motion, sensory integration, perceptual motor, oral motor, and activities of daily living.
• Develop and ensure follow-up to treatment goals in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Offer training, input and guidance to the Team that promotes client independence
• Observe and evaluate clients to identify conditions and needs, collaborating with the team to determine effective actions
• Serve as a resource to educate clients, their families, and other supports about the client’s condition and needs
• Facilitate communication within the team and with external supports, including medical services, psychiatric services, care coordination entities, family members, and other involved providers
• Participate in assessments and treatment plan development

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees