Part-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)
Ally Behavior Centers
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Description
Ally Behavior is a full-time, center-based, early intervention Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy program, serving children with autism ranging from 18 months to 6 years of age. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality therapy to help our early learners reach their potential to communicate, improve social skills, and prepare for academic success. The children we serve are at the heart of everything we do and we are passionate about our commitment to having a meaningful impact in the lives of our children and their families.
Job Summary:
To facilitate collaboration of care and superior treatment outcomes for our young learners, we currently have an opening for an Occupational Therapist (OT). Our center-based program delivers intensive early intervention for young children with autism. Each child receives 1-on-1 ABA therapy delivered by a technician and overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) through the day. Most of our learners require Occupational Therapy in addition to ABA and Speech Therapy. We are looking for an energetic, motivated individual to provide high quality Occupational Therapy, collaborate with our clinicians on case management, and help our learners maximize their potential.
Ally Behavior is a dynamic, fun, and rewarding place to work that offers superior growth and leadership opportunities in a supportive, engaging environment. We have a unique and collaborative culture that is driven by our diverse team of professionals and our core values of Serving Others, Treatment Excellence, All One Ally, Resourceful in Finding Solutions, and Striving to Grow. Our comprehensive onboarding and training approach will support and prepare you to provide the best possible therapy to our clients!
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Carry a client caseload, size dependent on hours worked
- Complete parent training with each client on their caseload once per quarter
- Complete a parent training following an evaluation or reevaluation within one month.
- Meet the billable hour expectations, prorated from our full-time expectation based on hours worked
- Collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists and Board Certified Behavior Analysts to coordinate the therapy of shared clients
- Attend team meetings as scheduled
- Maintain strict client confidentiality following HIPAA protocol
- Maintain open communication with families and clinical teams to ensure the most effective treatment and goals
- Due to the nature of working with young children, all clinical staff are required to change diapers, assist with toileting, and be able to physically work on the floor with children
Experiential & Certification Requirements:
- Master's or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy required
- Current and active Occupational Therapy licensure in the state(s) of hire
- Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Experience with early intervention and working with children with autism
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
- Must submit to a federal, state, and county background check
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, squat, run or stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to reach and hold objects
- Ability to lift 30 pounds
What You Will Bring:
- Enthusiasm to make a difference working with young children and their families
- Ability to maintain a caseload with a weekly billable hour requirement
- Exceptional ability in building trusting relationships and maintaining confidentiality
- Commitment to learn and pursue professional development
- Strong knowledge of OT principles
- Strong leadership qualities
- Demonstration of professionalism and adherence to Ally policy to team members
- Effective communication skills
- Multi-tasking & time management
- Creative solutions to problems with the ability to quickly adapt
- Patience and calm demeanor in stressful situations
- Strong performance in team settings & collaboration with others
What We Offer When Joining Our Team:
- 1099 contractors are paid on a per billable hour basis
- Semi monthly payroll
- Flexible hours
Note: This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Ally Behavior is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Your personal information will be used for recruitment purposes only and handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Benefits
- 1099 contractors are paid on a per billable hour basis
- Semi monthly payroll
- Flexible hours
About this role
Ally Behavior Centers is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their center-based early intervention program for children with autism ages 18 months to 6 years in Baltimore. You would carry a part-time caseload of young learners, each receiving intensive 1-on-1 ABA therapy alongside occupational and speech services. Your work would involve direct client treatment, quarterly parent training sessions, and close collaboration with speech pathologists and behavior analysts to coordinate care and maximize each child's progress in communication, social skills, and school readiness.
The role requires a Master's or Doctorate in OT, current state licensure, NBCOT certification, and BLS certification, along with demonstrated experience in early intervention and autism. You'll need to meet prorated billable hour expectations as a 1099 contractor paid per billable hour, maintain strict confidentiality, and be comfortable with the physical demands of working on the floor with young children—including diaper changes and toileting assistance. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are required.
This position suits someone energized by direct clinical work with young children and families, comfortable in a collaborative team environment, and able to balance a structured caseload with flexible part-time hours. Ally describes their culture as dynamic and supportive, with emphasis on professional growth and shared core values around treatment excellence and serving others.
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