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Eleutheria
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention

Pay Range

Based upon experience

Job Description

Whether you're a seasoned Occupational Therapist ready for a fresh start, a new graduate eager to jumpstart your career with the right guidance, or an OT looking to transition from a different setting — this could be the right fit for you. At Nyman Associates, we provide the tools, guidance, and supportive environment you need to grow, feel connected, and make a lasting impact.

Nyman Associates is a trusted educational services provider specializing in school-based and early intervention therapy services, serving students and communities across a growing multi-state footprint for over 40 years. We're seeking compassionate OTs excited to support children ages 3-5 in reaching their developmental milestones.

Why Join Nyman?

  • As a well-established partner to many intermediate units in the region, we offer:
  • A variety of placement opportunities based on your interest and availability
  • Support from dedicated OT mentors, experienced Clinical Leads, and Clinical Directors with firsthand experience as clinicians or educators.
  • Consistent support and professional development opportunities
  • Assessment and therapy materials provided by Nyman - no out-of-pocket expenses

W2 employment with competitive pay and extensive benefits – paid time off, 401(k), health insurance, and more. Your supplies, CEUs, technology, and assessment needs are fully covered.

Build your own caseload – based on your availability and preference

Network and connect with other OTs and clinicians through Monthly Community of Practice eventsTrusted presence – over 40 years of experience serving early intervention programs across Philadelphia

Responsibilities Include

Assessment of fine motor skills, sensory processing, and overall functional abilities in preschool-aged children (ages 3-5)

  • Development of individualized intervention plans to promote independence and address developmental delays
  • Implementation of therapy activities targeting barriers to participation in daily routines and play
  • Environmental modifications to support children’s success in natural environments (home, daycare, preschool and EI classrooms)
  • Parent/Caregiver education to empower families with strategies that encourage developmental progress
  • Session documentation and progress monitoring to ensure interventions are effective and goals are being met
  • Collaboration with all team members, including parents, teachers, and related service providers

What You Can Expect in This Role

  • Services based on Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
  • Flexibility in both scheduling and location!
  • Easy access to materials, assessments, and protocols
  • Support from directors and mentors with backgrounds in the early intervention field

Qualifications

  • Valid state license to practice occupational therapy
  • Graduate degree (Master’s or higher) in occupational therapy from an accredited program
  • Access to personal transportation is a plus

Benefits

  • Employee (W2)
  • Sick Time
  • 401(k)
  • Health, Vision, and Dental insurance choices
  • Life insurance
  • Referral bonuses
  • Assessment and therapy materials provided
  • Nyman Associates Team members enjoy broad support, including:
  • Opportunities for professional growth through a community of practice forums, including career advancement paths
  • Dedicated and responsive support from clinical directors
  • Lending library of assessments
  • Access to free Continuing Education/Professional Development opportunities

Join the team that thrives on caring for students and playing an important role in their ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and implement individualized therapy plans for children ages 3-5 to improve fine motor skills and sensory processing. Collaborate with parents, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to support developmental milestones in natural environments.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Fine Motor Skill AssessmentIndividualized Intervention PlanningParent EducationMultidisciplinary CollaborationIEP ImplementationEnvironmental Modification

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 34% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention at Eleutheria a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,285 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution39 jobs · 34 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs

401k / retirement match
85% this job
CME allowance
74% this job
Sign-on bonus
41%
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
15%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,285 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Philadelphia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$204k
Typical market rent
$1,768/mo
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Eleutheria

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off
401(k)
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
Life insurance
Referral bonuses
Assessment and therapy materials provided
Free Continuing Education/Professional Development