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Kennedy-Donovan Center
Plymouth, Massachusetts

Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist 8.7 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35-$38/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Job Description

Job Details:

Level: Entry, Job Location: Early Intervention, Plymouth - Plymouth, MA, Position Type: Part Time/ Full Time, Education Level: Master's Degree, Salary Range: $35.00 - $38.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Early Intervention, Occupational Therapist $35 - $38 / hour | Flexible Schedule | Work-Life Balance | Pediatrics Make a Difference with KDC At Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC), we're committed to helping children and families reach their fullest potential.

As an Early Intervention Occupational Therapist, you'll work with infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) and their caregivers to support developmental growth through family-centered, evidence-based practices.

Join a collaborative team where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work creates lasting impact for children and families throughout Massachusetts.

Schedule

Full-Time (30+ Hours) and Part-Time Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm What You'll Do: Assessment & Evaluation – Conduct developmental assessments and eligibility evaluations to identify strengths and needs across adaptive, cognitive, motor, social-emotional, and communication domains.

Intervention Planning – Collaborate with families to develop individualized IFSPs with meaningful, measurable goals and strategies. Direct Services – Provide home, community, and group-based services through a parent/caregiver coaching model aligned with IFSP goals.

Family Support & Advocacy – Educate and empower families to understand child development, access resources, and advocate effectively for their child’s needs. Collaboration & Coordination – Partner with other professionals to deliver integrated, comprehensive services.

Documentation & Progress Monitoring – Maintain timely, accurate records; track progress; and review IFSPs to adjust services as needed. Compliance & Productivity – Ensure accurate billing and documentation in accordance with EI Operational Standards and agency policies while meeting productivity expectations.

Professional Growth & Teamwork – Engage in supervision, team meetings, case reviews, and professional development to stay current with best practices. Other Duties – Perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Why Join KDC? | Competitive

Benefits

Package Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care) Employer-Paid Life Insurance Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services Musculoskeletal Support Program Financial & Professional Growth Mileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel 403(b) Retirement Plan Student Loan Repayment Assistance Tuition Remission Opportunities Professional Development and Career Growth Additional Perks Vacation (156 hours), Personal (16 hours), and Sick Time (80 hours)* Up to 11 Paid Holidays Pet Insurance Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage BJ's Wholesale Club Membership Discounts Personal Auto and Home Insurance Support *PTO is calculated using an accrual rate based on hours worked.

Qualifications

Required Occupational Therapy degree and current licensure Ability to meet Early Intervention Operational Standards Strong communication and organizational skills Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to travel throughout assigned service areas Preferred Experience working with infants, toddlers, and families Knowledge of family-centered and coaching-based practices Home or community-based service experience Bilingual or multilingual skills Working Environment This position is community-based and requires travel to homes and community settings.

Candidates must be comfortable working in a variety of environments and utilizing technology for documentation and communication. Ready to Make an Impact? Join a mission-driven organization that invests in its employees while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will conduct developmental assessments and provide home or community-based intervention services for infants and toddlers. They will also collaborate with families to develop individualized service plans and maintain accurate documentation to ensure compliance with agency standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Occupational Therapy degree and possess current licensure. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required to travel to various service locations.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Developmental assessmentEligibility evaluationIFSP developmentParent coachingCase managementFamily advocacy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Massachusetts, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (247 salary observations; 538 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,587 salary observations; 25,232 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$76k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 45% have no call, 70% 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 at Kennedy-Donovan Center a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,285 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Salary Distribution23 jobs · 12 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 12 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
Sign-on bonus
45%
CME allowance
32%
Loan repayment
14% this job
PSLF eligible
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.7
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.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Plymouth

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$659k
Typical market rent
$2,794/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Kennedy-Donovan Center

Non-profit Organization Management
Foxboro, MA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care)
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services
Musculoskeletal Support Program
Mileage Reimbursement