Requirements
- Associate's degree or higher
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Licensed or license-eligible by start date to practice in the state of Mississippi
- Prior pediatric therapy experience working with autistic clients a plus, but not necessary
- Must be planning to commute or relocate to Southaven, Mississippi, as well as commute one day per week to our Clarksdale, MS clinic
Essential Functions
- Have fun every day, and enjoy your job.
- Laugh with your clients and your coworkers.
- Know when to stop working and go enjoy your life outside of work.
Daily / Weekly / Quarterly Tasks
- Implement treatment plans for pediatric patients
- Use standardized measures within scope of practice to evaluate clients' needs
- Provide guidance and support to parents and caregivers of pediatric patients
- Educate parents and caregivers on how to help their children with daily activities
- Develop strategies to help children with sensory processing issues
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapist on client goals to better assist client's needs
- Keep track of supervision needs/visits along with the Occupational Therapist
Salary & Benefits
- BCBS with 50% premium costs for the employee covered by IPS
- AFLAC Dental and Vision Policies
- Short-Term and Long-Term, Accident, and Cancer Plans available
- 401K with up to 4% match by IPS depending on employee contribution
- Paid Time Off accrued at a rate of 2 days per month worked by full-time OT (prorated for part-time employees)
- Professional development assistance including licensure fees
- Reduced-priced childcare option for employees (spaces are limited and based on hire date)
- Full- and part-time positions available