Infant Feeding and Motor Therapist

Description Northwest CenterEarly Supports is hiring for a Hospital-to-Home Infant Feeding and Motor Therapist (OT or PT)As a Hospital-to-Home Infant Feeding and Motor Therapist (OT or PT), this position primarily provides evaluative, therapeutic, and consultative services to infants (0-6 months) who have motor and feeding difficulties. We work closely with families to help make the transition home easier by providing in-home therapy, community resources, and ongoing support.A successful candidate is passionate about the whole child and works cooperatively with staff, families, and community partners. Work with a dynamic, supportive team, making a difference in the lives of families and their young children. Join Northwest Center’s Early Supports TeamAbout Northwest Center Kids:Northwest Center Kids Early Supports is a unique program at the intersection of educational support and medical support for children with disabilities. Our multidisciplinary team is highly skilled, collaborative, and innovative, serving a diverse community.We serve children in their homes, childcare, and community settings in person or via telemedicine. Our providers aim to create a collaborative partnership with the families we serve, utilizing strengths and a relationship-based approach focused on equity and family priorities. Family capacity to support their child’s development and advocate for their needs is built through reflection, information sharing, and modeling.This position falls under a collective bargaining agreement with the UFCW 3000 union.Location:On-site, Seattle, WASchedule: Part-Time or Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Wednesdays and Fridays required)Compensation:Occupational Therapist (OT) Starting Wage Range: $38.49 - $51.99 per hour | Full Wage Range: $38.49 - $62.81 per hourPhysical Therapist (PT) Starting Wage Range: $40.05 - $53.55 per hour | Full Wage Range: $40.05 - $64.81We welcome candidates interested in either part-time or full-time opportunities. Schedules are flexible, with Wednesdays and Fridays required. Please let us know your availability during the interview.What we can offer:Hourly, part-time, or full-time position, including documentation time Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually25 Paid Break and Holiday Days AnnuallyRetirement 401(K) with a company matchEmployment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring HealthMental Wellness Program, including six free therapy sessions per yearPhysical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25 per monthStudent Loan Contribution Program - $50 per monthPet Insurance Discount Program Paid professional development and continuing education - $635 per yearHighly skilled, dedicated, and well-established collaborative teamOpportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match programMileage and Professional License ReimbursementTuition discount at NWC Early Learning Schools after one year of employmentCheck out the entire list of benefits Northwest Center has to offer here:Qualifications:Master’s degree or equivalentLicensed Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist in the State of WashingtonAt least two years of experience working in pediatrics or fieldwork that includes a pediatric affiliationEarly Supports or working a caseload, including infants with motor and feeding difficultiesKnowledge of infant feeding and child development for children 0-5 yearsTwo years of experience working in pediatric feeding with children 0-6 months and 12 months and older. Internship rotations are considered experienceInterest or experience working with children who are tube-fed and/or weaning from a feeding tube preferredExperience in infant handling and knowledge of motor developmentCommitment to providing equitable services to families who are linguistically and racially diverse.Ability to work cooperatively with staff, families, and community partnersCandidates with experience providing services to non-English speaking families and/or infant mental health are desired.Must have or obtain current CPR and first aid certificationsComplete bloodborne pathogens and HIV trainingMust provide own car and insurance that meets state minimum insurance requirementsNorthwest Center is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at