Occupational Therapist (OT) – Early Intervention | Flexible Schedule & Build Your Own Caseload

Your Schedule. Your Caseload. Your Choice.

Already working as an Occupational Therapist but have room for a few additional cases? Looking to build a larger Early Intervention caseload? We have opportunities for both!

Metro Children's Services is actively seeking New York State Licensed Occupational Therapists (OTs) to provide Early Intervention services to infants and toddlers from birth to age 3.

We understand that every therapist's schedule, availability, and professional goals are different. That's why we give you the flexibility to tell us when you want to work, where you prefer to provide services, and how many cases you'd like to accept.

Whether you're looking to supplement your current schedule or build a more consistent caseload, our team will work to connect you with available referrals that fit your preferences.

You focus on helping children thrive. We'll help you find the right opportunities.

Why Occupational Therapists Choose Metro

• Earn up to $82 per hour
• W-2 and 1099 opportunities available
• Flexible scheduling: Choose the days and hours that work for you
• Build your own caseload: Accept a few cases or work toward a larger caseload
• Choose your service areas: Tell us which neighborhoods and communities you prefer
• Immediate referrals available: Start accepting available Early Intervention cases
• Ongoing case opportunities: Referrals based on your availability and preferred locations
• Dedicated administrative support: A team available to assist with scheduling and coordination
• Streamlined documentation: Processes designed to help simplify administrative responsibilities
• Experienced EI team: Work with professionals who understand Early Intervention
• Part-time and per diem flexibility: Opportunities that can fit around your existing commitments

What You'll Do

As an Early Intervention Occupational Therapist, you'll work one-on-one with infants and toddlers in their homes and natural environments, helping them develop the skills needed to participate more independently in everyday activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide individualized occupational therapy services to children from birth to age 3
• Support fine motor development, sensory processing, coordination, feeding, self-care, and functional daily living skills as appropriate
• Deliver services in accordance with each child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
• Collaborate with parents and caregivers to incorporate therapeutic strategies into daily routines
• Monitor each child's developmental progress and adjust interventions as appropriate
• Work collaboratively with families, Service Coordinators, and other Early Intervention professionals
• Complete required session documentation, progress reports, and other records in accordance with Early Intervention requirements
• Provide compassionate, family-centered services that support each child's individual needs

Qualifications

Required:

• Active New York State Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Ability to provide in-person services in children's homes and community settings
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, family-centered care

Preferred, but Not Required:

• Previous pediatric or Early Intervention experience

Both newer Occupational Therapists and experienced Early Intervention providers are encouraged to apply.

Flexibility That Works Around Your Life

We know flexibility means something different to every therapist.

Maybe you already have a full-time position and want to add two or three cases each week. Maybe you're an experienced Early Intervention provider looking to expand your schedule. Or perhaps you're interested in developing a larger pediatric caseload.

At Metro, you don't need to rearrange your entire schedule to work with us.

Tell us your preferred days, hours, and service areas, and we'll work with you to identify available referrals that make sense for you.

You decide how many cases you'd like to accept, based on availability.

Compensation

Earn up to $82 per hour.

Competitive compensation is based on experience, qualifications, service duration, and employment arrangement.

Both W-2 and 1099 opportunities are available.

About Metro Children's Services

For more than 20 years, Metro Children's Services has been committed to providing high-quality Early Intervention services to children and families.

We understand that great therapists deserve strong support, clear communication, and the flexibility to build a schedule that works for them.

Our experienced administrative and Early Intervention teams work closely with providers to make the referral, scheduling, and documentation processes as smooth as possible.

Whether you're accepting your first case with Metro or expanding an established caseload, our goal is to build a positive, supportive, and lasting professional relationship.

Ready to Build Your Caseload?

Your expertise. Your availability. Your caseload.

We're actively connecting Occupational Therapists with Early Intervention opportunities.

Whether you're looking for a couple of additional cases or a larger caseload, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and tell us when and where you'd like to work. We look forward to welcoming you to Metro Children's Services!

Pay: $60.00 - $82.00 per hour

License/Certification:

• New York State Occupational Therapist (OT) license (Required)

Work Location: In person