Job Description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re interested in learning more about Blume Kids Therapy.

At Blume, we value celebrating differences. We also value having fun, fostering a trusting and safe environment, and promoting success with our clients in a way that’s meaningful for them. If this resonates with you, keep reading to learn more about what it means to be on Team Blume!

About Us

Blume Kids Therapy is a growing neurodiversity-affirming pediatric occupational therapy practice based in Boulder, CO. This means…

• We focus on the well-being of our clients. We honor their needs and adjust accordingly.
• We’re child-led . We believe that incorporating the child’s interests into our sessions is key to developing meaningful and trusting relationships.
• We’re strengths-based . We presume competence and build upon emerging skills to instill confidence in our clients.
• We focus on building relationships with our clients that are trusting, supportive, and safe.
• We listen and learn from the neurodivergent community in order to best inform our practice.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for weekly collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
• In-house administrative support
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Manageable caseloads and realistic expectations to promote a healthy work-life balance
• Dedication to supporting your growth as an individual and clinician
• Opportunities for developing leadership skills for career progression
• A salaried position
• A culture that will always prioritize our clinicians’ well-being over profit

About You

Our ideal occupational therapist:

• Is affirming . You’re always learning, always listening, and always adapting. You’re committed to listening to & validating the experience of neurodivergent individuals, and you tailor your interventions to meet clients where they are.
• Is collaborative . You have experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, demonstrating mutual respect and an open mind. You have excellent oral and written communication with colleagues, direct reports, families, and clients. You actively contribute to a work environment that is inclusive of other perspectives, and you support the growth of your colleagues.
• Does the right thing . You act ethically and transparently in all professional matters, even when it is difficult or when no one is looking. You contribute to a foundation that allows for a just, fair, and compassionate environment.
• Is disciplined . You are committed to owning your actions and their outcomes while striving to receive and integrate feedback that drives professional growth. You consistently demonstrate reliability, dependability, flexibility, follow-through, and thoughtful decision-making. You strive for excellence through engaging in growth-minded endeavors, providing the highest quality of services, and leading by example.
• Is heartfelt . You’re passionate about supporting individuals of all abilities in their pursuit of living a meaningful life. You recognize and value others; support and advocate for clients and their families; validate and address the needs of your clients; and foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.

Additionally, you…

• Demonstrate a desire to continue your professional growth
• Have experience working with a variety of diagnoses, including autism, ADHD, and general developmental delays
• Have a passion for providing neurodiversity-affirming care, including a strong desire to continue learning from the neurodivergent community
• You have a current NBCOT certification
• You have a current Colorado OT license
• Have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Have strong organizational skills
• Have experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and excellent written/oral communication with colleagues, direct reports, families, and clients
• Enjoy working with children
• Are highly motivated, naturally take initiative, are willing to learn, remain curious, and look to make a larger, positive impact

What You’ll Be Doing

Direct Therapy Services

• Providing direct occupational therapy services in our clinic setting.
• Planning and implementing treatment sessions that promote occupational engagement and skill development using a client-centered approach.
• Working collaboratively with the family unit, providing ongoing education that supports clients in reaching their goals.
• Maintaining a 65% productivity rate. We value work/life balance!

Treatment Implementation

• Provide direct, individualized occupational therapy services in Blume’s clinic.
• Plan and implement treatment sessions that promote engagement and skill development using a client-centered approach.
• Create and maintain an emotionally safe and engaging therapeutic environment.

Evaluation, Re-evaluation, & Documentation

• Evaluate new clients, completing assessments that inform treatment plans in the following skill areas: fine motor, visual motor, gross motor, sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and self-advocacy.
• Re-evaluate existing clients on an annual basis.
• Promptly complete all required documentation, including weekly session notes, progress reports, evaluation reports, reevaluation reports, and discharge reports.

Family & Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with the family unit, providing ongoing education that supports clients in reaching their goals.
• Problem solve and participate meaningfully within an interdisciplinary team.

Professional Standards & Productivity

• Adhere to all professional, ethical, and facility standards, including safety regulations and clinic policies.
• Maintain necessary credentials and engage in ongoing continuing education.
• Sustain a 65% productivity rate. We value work/life balance and realistic caseloads!

Job Type and Compensation

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary Range: $70,000-79,000
• Time Away from Work: 34+ days (3 Weeks PTO + Company Holidays + Sick Days). Additionally, you are paid during our annual office closure between the week of Christmas & NYD
• Competitive Benefits

Let's Talk!

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please apply here or submit your resume to hiring@blumekidstherapy.com.

Diversity Statement

Blume Kids Therapy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to celebrating diversity in all of its forms.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $79,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience with the neurodiversity-affirming approach to providing care.

Work Location: In person

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