Occupational Therapist / Early Interventionist
Minot Infant Development Program (MIDP)
Position Summary: The North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities (NDCPD) @ MSU is seeking applicants to serve as a Occupational Therapist / Early Interventionist for the Minot Infant Development Program (MIDP).
Position Responsibilities: The person hired for this position will be responsible for providing occupatinal therapy and early intervention services to families of children enrolled in MIDP using a coach and consult model. Travel will be required primarily in the Minot region. Specific duties are listed below:
- Facilitate home visits per the needs of enrolled children and assist parents/families with techniques and information.
- Implement applicable assessment measures to determine eligibility for services, for progress monitoring and development of outcomes, and to support project-enrolled children in the transition process with programming recommendations upon exit from early intervention services.
- Prepare for and facilitate Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) meetings for project-enrolled children.
- Complete progress and performance data on child outcomes as required by the funding agency’s policies and procedures.
Participate in trans-disciplinary development activities and meetings by collaborating with other program staff and team members regarding development needs (cognitive, social, education, self-help, motor, language). Collaborate with partnering agencies to support families in community engagement and participation.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications: This position requires an entry level (or equivalent) Occupational Therapy degree with ND Licensure. Experience in working with children, writing technical reports or grants, and basic research activities is helpful but not necessary. The chosen applicant must be able to handle confidential situations, demonstrate the ability to deal effectively and interact positively with clients and constituents, and be task-oriented with diligent follow-through. The chosen applicant must have a valid driver’s license and satisfy a criminal history background check prior to employment.
Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer-paid full family coverage for health insurance, TIAA-CREFF retirement plan, and tuition waiver benefits. Explore MSU Benefits.
Additional Information: Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
If questions, contact Rebecca Foster, Rebecca.d.foster@minotstateu.edu
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ND Veteran's Preference: North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.