An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
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$82k
Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Angelina County $77k - $115k Per Year Occupational Therapist (OT)
BURKE CENTER
Occupation:
Occupational Therapists
Location:
Lufkin, TX - 75904
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift
Posted:
08/21/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/25/2026
Expires:
09/20/2026
Agency Job ID:
1637
Job #: 17058875
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
12 Month(s) DL
Required Language
English, Well Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Hours
40 Hours Per Week Benefits Help for .
Occupational Therapist Location:
Early Childhood Intervention - Lufkin, TX
Position Number:
1637
Compensation:
$82,493 annually About the Role Burke is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) team in Lufkin, TX. This position provides direct occupational therapy and consultative services to infants and toddlers (birth to age three) who have developmental delays or are medically at risk. Services are delivered in community-based settings, including children's homes and other natural environments. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll work closely with families to support each child's developmental progress through individualized therapy, caregiver education, and collaborative treatment planning. This position is based in Lufkin, TX and requires travel throughout the service area. What You'll Do Provide direct occupational therapy services to infants and toddlers from birth to age three
Deliver consultative services as recommended by the interdisciplinary team
Conduct evaluations and participate in determining therapy needs
Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies
Educate and coach parents and caregivers to support developmental progress
Collaborate with service coordinators, therapists, physicians, and other community professionals
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation
Travel throughout the service area to provide services in homes and community settings Education & Qualifications Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university
One (1) year of experience providing direct services to individuals with disabilities
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
Commitment to providing family-centered, evidence-based care
Valid Texas driver's license required What Helps You Stand Out Experience working with infants, toddlers (birth to age three), and preschool-aged children
Experience providing therapy in home or community-based settings
Knowledge of early childhood development and developmental disabilities
Experience collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams Key Skills Pediatric occupational therapy
Early childhood development
Developmental evaluations and intervention
Family coaching and caregiver education
Treatment planning
Documentation and time management
Communication and collaboration
Problem-solving and critical thinking Work Schedule Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Licenses & Certifications Current Occupational Therapist license in good standing with the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Valid Texas driver's license required Physical Requirements Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to walk, bend, and drive throughout the service area
Ability to perform tasks requiring hand and finger dexterity Why Burke? Join Burke's Early Childhood Intervention team and help children reach important developmental milestones during their earliest years. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll make a lasting impact by empowering children and families through compassionate, family-centered care while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals committed to improving lives across East Texas. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, or disability unless such characteristics are bona fide occupational requirements. Applicants must provide proof of identity and employment authorization as part of the hiring process. All final candidates are subject to background and driving record checks as part of Burke's pre-employment screening process.