Occupational Therapist (OT) & Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP)
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SPIN
Philadelphia, PA, US
Summary
Provide assessment and intervention services for children ages birth to five while collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams. Implement evidence-based strategies and monitor progress according to IFSPs and IEPs.
Job Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) & Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP)
Early Intervention – Contractor Opportunities
Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of infants, toddlers, and young children—and their families? Are you interested in growing your career in the rapidly expanding field of early intervention? SPIN is seeking dedicated Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Speech‑Language Pathologists (SLPs) to provide early intervention services to children from birth to five years old with developmental delays.
Contractors will provide services in SPIN centers, homes, daycare programs, and community settings throughout Philadelphia and Bucks County. The early years—from birth to age five—are the most critical for developmental growth, and SPIN is committed to supporting children and families during this vital stage.
Role Overview
OTs and SLPs are instrumental in supporting children’s developmental, communication, social, emotional, and physical growth. Contractors deliver evidence‑based, family‑centered interventions and work collaboratively with families, caregivers, classroom staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide assessment and intervention services for children ages birth to 5
- Work directly with families, caregivers, and classroom staff to implement evidence‑based interventions
- Support families and educators in developing skills to promote children’s success in everyday routines
- Follow Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) for infants and toddlers and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for children ages 3–5
- Coach and model strategies for caregivers and classroom teams to ensure carryover into daily activities
- Collect data, monitor progress, and communicate outcomes with the multidisciplinary team
- Ensure families and caregivers are active, engaged participants throughout the early intervention process
Requirements
For Occupational Therapists (OT):
- Valid Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy license
- Graduate degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
For Speech‑Language Pathologists (SLP):
- Valid Pennsylvania Speech‑Language Pathology license
For All Contractors:
- Strong clinical and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Commitment to supporting children and families
A 501(c)(3) non-profit, SPIN (Special People in Northeast) is a leading provider of supports for children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disability in Greater Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley. SPIN also provides high-quality, early childhood education for children of all abilities. Headquartered in Northeast Philadelphia, we've been named a Top Workplace for eight consecutive years by Philly.com with over 1,100 employees. We've also been named an Autism Center for Excellence by Community Behavioral Health. For more information, visit www.spininc.org or Facebook.com/SPINInc
Founded
1970
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA
A 501(c)(3) non-profit, SPIN (Special People in Northeast) is a leading provider of supports for children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disability in Greater Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley. SPIN also provides high-quality, early childhood education for children of all abilities. Headquartered in Northeast Philadelphia, we've been named a Top Workplace for eight consecutive years by Philly.com with over 1,100 employees. We've also been named an Autism Center for Excellence by Community Behavioral Health. For more information, visit www.spininc.org or Facebook.com/SPINInc
Founded
1970
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA