Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

The Arc of South Florida provides educational and therapeutic services in center-based settings to children with developmental delays and disabilities. We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team of highly skilled therapists. We are a diverse, multidisciplinary team serving a pediatric population from birth through 18 years. If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while developing professionally, we would love to hear from you!

Additional Details:

• Collaborative, supportive team atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible schedule; contract positions available
• Operating hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (flexible hours within this range)

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing therapeutic services, including implementing treatment plans and activities tailored to each child's unique needs
• Engage and motivate children during therapy sessions, working constructively to help them achieve their highest level of function
• Document patient progress using electronic records management systems and ensure accuracy in reporting
• Communicate effectively with team members and family members, contributing to a supportive environment for patient growth

Skills:

• Previous experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, preferably with a pediatric focus
• Familiarity with assessment tools and ability to conduct high-quality, supportive evaluations
• Passionate about continuous learning and professional growth in clinical practices
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (bilingual in English and Spanish preferred)

Qualifications:

• Valid Florida license to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Must be willing to enroll as an Early Steps provider, if required.
• Maintain professional liability insurance of $1M-$3M, with the ability to obtain a COI (coverage of insurance) and include The Arc of South Florida. If enrolled as an Early Steps provider, candidates must add Easter Seals as an additional insured on their policy.

About The Agency:

The Arc of South Florida, founded in 1958, is dedicated to advocating for and providing programs and services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Our children’s division serves various age groups and developmental needs at three South Florida locations: Florida City, Kendall, and Miami Gardens. The Arc’s programs include Early Intervention (B-2), Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten, ELC School Readiness, Unique Abilities, after-school programs, and summer camps funded by The Children’s Trust.

The Arc of South Florida is a community leader in offering quality education and therapeutic services, including speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community with dedicated partnerships and resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Arc of South Florida is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment in the workplace. We follow all federal, state, and local laws to ensure an inclusive, respectful environment for all employees.

Compliance: ADA & ADAAA Compliant

COVID-19 Considerations: The Arc adheres to CDC and DCF COVID safety guidelines to protect the health and well-being of our team and families.

Work Type: Full-time, Part-time, Contract