Job Summary:
The Occupational Therapist will assess, plan, and implement therapy programs to support children in developing fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and independence in daily living activities. The therapist will work closely with parents, teachers, and other professionals to enhance the child’s functional abilities and overall development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct developmental and functional assessments of children.
- Design individualized therapy plans to improve fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, and self-help skills.
- Provide one-on-one and group therapy sessions as per the child’s needs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members (speech therapists, behavior therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists).
- Educate and train parents/caregivers on home-based therapy strategies.
- Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, therapy goals, progress notes, and reports.
- Monitor and review progress, updating therapy goals as needed.
- Create and adapt therapy materials, activities, and interventions.
- Participate in parent counseling, team meetings, and case reviews.
- Stay updated with the latest research and best practices in pediatric occupational therapy.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (BOT/MOT).
- Registered with the relevant licensing council (if applicable).
- Experience in pediatric occupational therapy preferred (freshers with strong skills can also apply).
- Strong knowledge of sensory integration, fine motor development, and child development milestones.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children and parents.
- Patience, empathy, and creativity in designing therapy activities.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹50,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manikonda, Hyderabad, Telangana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
