Occupational Therapist

About this role

We are hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) specializing in adolescent behavioral health and autism support.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive functional evaluations and sensory processing assessments for adolescents (ages 8–17) on the autism spectrum.

• Provide group occupational therapy targeting emotional regulation, sensory integration, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Train patients in self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting/hygiene, feeding and eating skills to promote greater independence in daily living.

• Partner with BCBAs (Board Certified Behavior Analysts), registered behavioral technicians, and mental health therapists within a multidisciplinary care model.

• Utilize trauma-informed co-regulation and positive behavior support strategies during times of emotional or behavioral distress.

• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and progress notes in compliance with facility and insurance standards.

• Assist individual patients with hygiene and functional needs.

• Schedule is Monday - Friday
Requirements

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.

• Current, active State of Nevada Occupational Therapy license.

• Minimum one (1) year of adolescent clinical experience, preferably with autism spectrum disorders and sensory processing challenges.
Benefits
A full benefits package is available the first of the month following 30 days of employment!
Desert Parkway offers competitive benefits to include:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401K Retirement Plan

• Healthcare spending account

• Dependent care spending account

• PTO Plan with holiday premium pay

• Discounted cafeteria meal plan

• Life insurance (including plans for spouse and children)

• Short- and long-term disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)

• Pet Insurance

• Identity Theft Insurance