Neurodiversity-Affirming Pediatric Occupational Therapist; productivity

Welcome! We’re excited you’re interested in learning more about Blume Kids Therapy.

At Blume, we value celebrating differences. We also value having fun, fostering a trusting and safe environment, and promoting success with our clients in a way that’s meaningful for them. If this resonates with you, keep reading to learn more about what it means to be on Team Blume! New grads welcome!

Blume Kids Therapy is a growing neurodiversity-affirming pediatric occupational therapy practice based in Boulder, CO. This means…

• We focus on the well-being of our clients. We honor their needs and adjust accordingly.
• We’re child-led
  . We believe that incorporating the child’s interests into our sessions is key to developing meaningful and trusting relationships.
• We’re strengths-based
  . We presume competence and build upon emerging skills to instill confidence in our clients.
• We focus on building relationships with our clients that are trusting, supportive, and safe.
• We listen and learn from the neurodivergent community in order to best inform our practice.

• Training, regular supervision, and mentorship
• Opportunities for weekly collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
• Dedicated in-house administrative support:
  Our operations team handles all client scheduling, cancellations, billing, and client management, allowing you to focus entirely on client care
• Sustainable practice & culture:
  We prioritize clinician well-being by maintaining manageable caseloads and realistic expectations to promote a healthy work-life balance
• Whole-person support:
  Dedication to supporting your growth as an individual and clinician
• Clinical & leadership development:
  Opportunities for developing clinical skills in specialized areas of interest and holding groups and workshops; opportunities for developing leadership skills for career progression

Direct Care & Treatment

• Provide direct, individualized occupational therapy services in our clinic setting.
• Plan and implement treatment sessions that promote occupational engagement and skill development using a client-centered approach.
• Work collaboratively with the family unit, providing ongoing education that supports clients in reaching their goals.
• Create and maintain an emotionally supportive and engaging therapeutic environment.

Evaluation, Re-evaluation, & Documentation

• Evaluate new clients, completing assessments that inform treatment plans in the following skill areas: fine motor, visual motor, gross motor, sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and self-advocacy.
• Re-evaluate existing clients on an annual basis.
• Timely completion of all required documentation, including weekly session notes, progress reports, evaluation reports, reevaluation reports, and discharge reports.
• Collaborate and problem-solve meaningfully within our interdisciplinary team.

Professional Standards & Productivity

• Maintain a 65% productivity rate. We intentionally keep this manageable to support work/life balance!
• Adhere to all professional, ethical, and facility standards, including safety regulations and clinic policies.
• Maintain necessary credentials and engage in ongoing continuing education.

Our ideal occupational therapist:

• Is affirming
  . You’re always learning, always listening, and always adapting. You’re committed to listening to & validating the experience of neurodivergent individuals, and you tailor your interventions to meet clients where they are.
• Is collaborative
  . You have experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, demonstrating mutual respect and an open mind. You have excellent oral and written communication with colleagues, direct reports, families, and clients. You actively contribute to a work environment that is inclusive of other perspectives, and you support the growth of your colleagues.
• Does the right thing
  . You act ethically and transparently in all professional matters, even when it is difficult or when no one is looking. You contribute to a foundation that allows for a just, fair, and compassionate environment.
• Is disciplined
  . You are committed to owning your actions and their outcomes while striving to receive and integrate…