Occupational Therapist

INSPIRE Autism - Canton

Occupational Therapist

Canton, MI
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Inspire Autism is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide pediatric occupational therapy services to young children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is a full-time, clinic-based position focused on early intervention for children under age 7, offering a consistent weekday schedule — no evenings or weekends required. The Occupational Therapist will join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), and Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), all working together to support meaningful progress for each child. Responsibilities: • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs, promoting meaningful growth and skill development. • Collaborate closely with BCBAs and SLPs to ensure a coordinated, team-based approach to each child’s care. • Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor progress and adjust intervention strategies to drive optimal outcomes. • Partner with families by providing education, coaching, and practical strategies to support carryover at home. • Maintain thorough, accurate documentation of sessions, progress, and treatment plan updates. • Actively participate in team meetings, contributing clinical insights within a collaborative interdisciplinary environment. • Stay current with best practices, research, and emerging techniques in pediatric occupational therapy to continuously elevate clinical impact. Qualifications: • Experience in pediatric occupational therapy, particularly with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. • Ability to develop and implement individualized therapy plans that cater to each child's unique needs. • Proven track record of collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including BCBAs and SLPs. • Strong communication skills to engage with families, providing guidance and support to reinforce therapy goals at home. • Ability to conduct regular assessments to track progress and adjust therapy strategies as needed. • Commitment to staying informed about the latest research and techniques in pediatric occupational therapy to enhance practice. • Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records of therapy sessions and treatment plans. Compensation: $70,000

    • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs, promoting meaningful growth and skill development. • Collaborate closely with BCBAs and SLPs to ensure a coordinated, team-based approach to each child’s care. • Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor progress and adjust intervention strategies to drive optimal outcomes. • Partner with families by providing education, coaching, and practical strategies to support carryover at home. • Maintain thorough, accurate documentation of sessions, progress, and treatment plan updates. • Actively participate in team meetings, contributing clinical insights within a collaborative interdisciplinary environment. • Stay current with best practices, research, and emerging techniques in pediatric occupational therapy to continuously elevate clinical impact.

  • Compensation
    $70,000 per year