Occupational Therapist
Plaza Clinic, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Description: Occupational Therapist
Give children a head start!
Job Designation
Work Scheduled for 32 Hours a Week
Job Description
Implement skilled occupational therapy services in the inclusive preschool setting, including structured assessments, screenings, treatment, and documentation of contact with children and families. Create and offer training to staff on physical development and appropriate interventions. Provide fine motor and sensory interventions as they apply to children.
Pay: $44.17/ hr.
About CPCD
At CPCD, we provide more than 1,100 children living in poverty, or who are challenged by special circumstances, with an early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program. Our additional health, dental, and family support services ensure that children enrolled in our programs are ready to succeed in school and life. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.
Benefits and Compensation
Eligible Employees (25+ hours per week) receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays/Breaks.
Paid Holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Paid Breaks include 1 week for Spring Break (March), 1 week for Fall Break (November), and 2 weeks for Winter Break (end of December/beginning of January).
Competitive Benefits Package.
Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance. CPCD also pays for Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost to you.
401(k) program offers traditional and Roth enrollment options with automatic enrollment in profit‑sharing after 1 year of employment.
Tuition Assistance is available after 60 days of employment.
$4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees.
$2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
Employee Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Program provides 6 free sessions with a counselor or therapist per year.
Full well‑being program to encourage and promote well‑being, including 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.
Please note: Successful completion of a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination, TB screen, background screen and drug test (including marijuana) is required.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
Earned and maintained certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) license.
Must possess or obtain (within 6 months of hire) a Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Services Provider license.
Adhere to the code of ethics of the Occupational Therapy profession.
Ability to work with all stakeholders; maintain confidentiality of privileged and personal information; support a diverse caseload; identify and support sensory‑motor needs; manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions; demonstrate strong verbal and written communication; possess strong collaboration skills.
Must complete required pre‑employment tests and background check in accordance with relevant standards.
Must have reliable transportation and maintain necessary vehicle insurance.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices.
Understanding of inclusive service delivery model.
Experience administering and scoring standardized tests for preschool population.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CPCD is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
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Give children a head start!
Job Designation
Work Scheduled for 32 Hours a Week
Job Description
Implement skilled occupational therapy services in the inclusive preschool setting, including structured assessments, screenings, treatment, and documentation of contact with children and families. Create and offer training to staff on physical development and appropriate interventions. Provide fine motor and sensory interventions as they apply to children.
Pay: $44.17/ hr.
About CPCD
At CPCD, we provide more than 1,100 children living in poverty, or who are challenged by special circumstances, with an early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program. Our additional health, dental, and family support services ensure that children enrolled in our programs are ready to succeed in school and life. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.
Benefits and Compensation
Eligible Employees (25+ hours per week) receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays/Breaks.
Paid Holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Paid Breaks include 1 week for Spring Break (March), 1 week for Fall Break (November), and 2 weeks for Winter Break (end of December/beginning of January).
Competitive Benefits Package.
Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance. CPCD also pays for Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost to you.
401(k) program offers traditional and Roth enrollment options with automatic enrollment in profit‑sharing after 1 year of employment.
Tuition Assistance is available after 60 days of employment.
$4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees.
$2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
Employee Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Program provides 6 free sessions with a counselor or therapist per year.
Full well‑being program to encourage and promote well‑being, including 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.
Please note: Successful completion of a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination, TB screen, background screen and drug test (including marijuana) is required.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
Earned and maintained certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) license.
Must possess or obtain (within 6 months of hire) a Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Services Provider license.
Adhere to the code of ethics of the Occupational Therapy profession.
Ability to work with all stakeholders; maintain confidentiality of privileged and personal information; support a diverse caseload; identify and support sensory‑motor needs; manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions; demonstrate strong verbal and written communication; possess strong collaboration skills.
Must complete required pre‑employment tests and background check in accordance with relevant standards.
Must have reliable transportation and maintain necessary vehicle insurance.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices.
Understanding of inclusive service delivery model.
Experience administering and scoring standardized tests for preschool population.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CPCD is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
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