Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention

•Now hiring full-time and part-time positions. Just a heads-up—you're welcome to choose your preferred service area and aren't limited to the region listed in the job post. We do have a high-need to fill an OT position in the East Bay . Love working with little ones and want real schedule freedom? Apply today to join Abilities Pediatric Therapy as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Early Intervention.

Job Overview:

Title :

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Early Intervention)

Employer :

Abilities Pediatric Therapy Location :

Local community areas (home- and community-based; choose your preferred service area)

Schedule :

Flexible | Part-time (8-24 clients/week) or Full-time (25+ clients/week)

Pay :

$80-170/session based on visit type Early-intervention OT role with true schedule autonomy, strong benefits, and paid documentation and report writing. Ideal for pediatric OTs who want flexibility, meaningful family work, and a supportive, non-micromanaged culture.

Benefits:

Health insurance, life insurance, short-term disability. Dental/vision/chiropractic/acupuncture coverage. 401(k) with 4% match. CEU reimbursement (eligible for license renewal). Supplies stipend and electronics stipend. Holiday pay, PTO, sick pay, unlimited unpaid time off. Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement. Why you'll love working here: Total autonomy: Set your own schedule, define your service area, and choose your caseload (8-25+ treatment hours/week). Work-life balance : Accrued PTO, Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, Unlimited Unpaid Time Off Room to grow : Opportunities to advance within the company and access to ongoing learning and CEU reimbursement (eligible for license renewal). Paid documentation : Documentation time built into the therapeutic hour.

Creative freedom:

No micromanaging—use your clinical judgment and preferred evidence-based approaches.

Community impact:

Provide in-home support for infants and toddlers and build strong, long-term relationships with families.

Your Role:

Provide evidence-based occupational therapy for infants and toddlers (age 0-3) in their home environments. Complete evaluations and develop family-centered, functional goals. Coach caregivers to embed strategies into daily routines. Manage your caseload independently and complete high-quality, timely documentation. Collaborate with a passionate, supportive team focused on positive developmental outcomes.

Candidates Must Have:

Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university and active CA OT license. Pediatric experience; early-intervention (0-3) strongly preferred. Knowledge of EI theories, rehab principles, and evidence-based practices for children with sensory processing challenges. Warm, compassionate approach with strong family collaboration skills. Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.

Bonus skills:

Bilingual (Spanish) Early intervention experience Experience with pediatric feeding/oral-motor issues, and screening for neuro referrals and bracing needs.

Choose your own caseload:

Part time = 8-24 clients per week Full time = 25+ clients per week Inclusion Abilities Pediatric Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all.

Pay:

$80.00 - $170.00 per hour Application Question(s): In a few sentences, tell me about your experience working with children or people with developmental disabilities. What is your California Occupational Therapy license number?

Work Location:

In person