Occupational Therapist

Kids Unlimited Learning Academy•Farmington, AR

10d

About The Position

Miracle Kids Success Academy (MKSA) and Kids Unlimited Learning Academy (KULA) are seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to provide Early Intervention Day Treatment services to young children with developmental disabilities, developmental delays, and medical needs. The therapist evaluates children’s occupational therapy needs, develops individualized treatment plans, delivers developmentally appropriate services, monitors progress, and documents care. The role involves close collaboration with families and a multidisciplinary team to support children’s participation, independence, and success in daily activities. MKSA and KULA primarily serve children from birth through kindergarten, with opportunities to expand services to elementary school-aged children during the summer. Newly licensed therapists are encouraged to apply; one year of similar experience is preferred. The organizations provide equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Current Arkansas license as an Occupational Therapist.
Must maintain all professional licensure and continuing-education requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with families, employees, and community partners.
Ability to work with children from birth through age six who have developmental needs or may be at risk.
Strong clinical reasoning, observation, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy clinical environment.
Strong written communication and documentation skills.
Basic computer proficiency, including databases, word-processing programs, spreadsheets, email, and internet-based systems.
Ability to understand and apply safety requirements, organizational policies, and professional standards.
Collaborative, dependable, and patient-centered approach to care.
Genuine passion for working with young children and their families.

Nice To Haves

One year of successful experience in a similar position is preferred.
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Evaluate children's fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, self-care, feeding, and developmental needs.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on each child's strengths and identified needs.
Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate occupational therapy services.
Help children build skills that support participation, independence, and success in daily activities.
Monitor progress and adjust treatment strategies to promote meaningful outcomes.
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Collaborate with families, educators, therapists, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Participate in patient reviews and provide recommendations regarding each child's continued care.
Educate and support families by providing practical strategies that can be incorporated into the child's daily routines.
Maintain professional, ethical, and regulatory standards in all aspects of service delivery.