Occupational Therapist

CEID is a non-profit organization recognized as a unique best practices site that focuses on communication and family oriented support promoting learning and growth for the whole team.
This is a rare opportunity to be a part of a collaborative cross disciplinary team to share progressive professional expertise and knowledge that provides a strong foundation for students, family and staff alike.

CEID’s mission is to maximize the communication potential of young children (0-5 years old) who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or have severe speech and language delays by providing exemplary early educational services. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and educationally rich environment to empower our students and their families with the academic and social tools needed to reach their full potential.

The Occupational Therapist will provide high-quality individual and group therapy for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf-Plus children (ages 0–5) within a multidisciplinary team. The OT will design individualized interventions and service goals focusing on fine/gross motor skills and sensory integration, while partnering with families and classroom staff to ensure the goals are integrated into the child’s daily routine and classroom experience.

Beyond direct therapy, the OT is responsible for all consult time, clinical documentation, including screenings, evaluations, and progress reports, while ensuring all communication is culturally responsive and aligned with the student’s IFSP/IEP.

• Manage a caseload of students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Plus and/or children with developmental and physical delays
• Evaluate the student’s level and formulate the student’s goals through a variety of functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments
• Support curriculum in alignment with individual student needs and developmental standards alongside classroom Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist and other support staff
• Provide an individualized and group sensory integration program for students and classrooms
• Maintain records of student progress, attendance, special health care needs and family information
• Provide targeted therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation within the school environment during direct or group-oriented sessions, and assist in training staff in understanding and applying therapy tools during class sessions
• Provide parents with information about Occupational Therapy, motor development, options for continued practice and applications at home, and other related resources
• Work cooperatively with parents, teaching staff, consultants, and Program Director
• Prepare assessments and written reports for families and IFSP/IEP meetings;
  Attend IFSP/IEP meetings
• Adhere to professional code of ethics and standards of practice
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings

• Occupational Therapy Credential recognized by NBCOT, and completion of fieldwork
• Bachelor’s Degree in anatomy, human physiology, biology, or another related field
• Knowledge of human/child development, influence of disabilities or medical conditions, and flexibility to meet student and family cultural needs.
• Knowledge and use of OT theories, models of practice, and principals for young children
• Significant experience working collaboratively with diverse populations and in supporting cultural competency
• Direct and clear communication skills appropriate for varying situations and audiences
• Skill in sign language or willingness to learn
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience and training in the areas of, early childhood development, parent counseling, multiple special needs…