Description

MISSION

The Warren Center advocates, serves and empowers the children and families impacted by developmental delays and disabilities.

SUMMARY

Reporting to a ECI Team Lead the Occupational Therapist supports the overall mission and purpose of The Warren Center by effectively evaluating and treating the motor needs of children enrolled in The Warren Center's Early Childhood Intervention program. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess the need for developmental motor and/or sensory services
• Plan, implement, and revise appropriate motor or sensory plans for children and families
• Provide the services directly to children and families or as a consultant to other service providers
• Document all services, activities, and consultations within areas of training and expertise.
• Collaborate with families in a non-judgmental, healthy, helping relationship
• Conduct intakes that focus on regular routines within the context of the family’s life that enhance each child's development.
• Coordinate services for each child and family on caseload
• Document all service coordination activities
• Provide resources to and for the family and for agency and community opportunities
• Be an agent for problem solving
• Collaborate with other service providers
•  Joint program planning
• Active agency participation and involvement
• Share self and knowledge with team members
• Supervise student interns or volunteers as appropriate
• Demonstrate professional conduct and ethical practice at all times
• Participating in continuing education and interagency exchange
• Serve as a resource for agency and community opportunities

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required - Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the field of occupational therapy
• Preferred - Master’s Degree or higher
• Required - Employment or practicum experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and/or their families.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required - Certified or registered or licensed or in process of applying for such licensure as required by state board or committee
• Adult, Child, Infant First Aid, CPR and AED certification