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    Employment Opportunities

    Gulfsouth Autism Center is looking for compassionate, patient, and dedicated individuals to work with children and families we support through our clinic-based therapy services.  Our programs offer children on the Autism Spectrum the best opportunity to achieve success, with sustainable goals in communication, social skills, daily interactions, and much more.

    The Gulfsouth Autism Center team works hard to maintain a healthy, fun, cheerful environment that is conducive to learning.  If you are energetic, outgoing, passionate about helping others, and ready to dedicate your expertise to making a difference in a child’s life, we’d like to meet you.

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    We have opportunities for licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) team members within our regional practice.

    GulfSouth Autism Center provides individual treatment plans for children ranging in age from toddler to preschool, who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.  Our staff is passionate about working with this population, and thrives in our collaborative environment.

    As an interdisciplinary practice, GSAC provides comprehensive treatment including speech, occupational, and ABA therapy under one roof and within each school day.  Our on-site BCBAs provide individual and group ABA Therapy, while our Allied Health team focuses on Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

    GulfSouth Autism Center therapy is primarily one-on-one, teaching children skills such as social interactions, language communication, and social development.

     

    Requirments

    • Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (for OTR)
    • Certification (for OTA)
    • Valid Louisiana state Licensure
    • Prior experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders or developmental delays required

    Preferred Candidates

    • Prior experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders or developmental delays required
    • Pass background check

    Position Details

    • Conduct comprehensive evaluations (OTR only)
    • Plan and provide treatment
    • Complete necessary documentation: evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, home exercise programs
    • Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers
    • Work collaboratively with other professionals including BCBAs, clinical directors, and SLPs.
    • Conduct staff training as necessary

    What We offer

    • A culture that is one of collaboration, consistent communication, and support for all of our staff
    • Our in-house office support team handles all billing and other administrative tasks so our therapists can focus solely on delivering exceptional therapy to our clients
    • Center-based clinic – no travel, no nights, no weekends
    • Health, dental, and visions plans are available after 90 days for full-time employees
    • Paid holidays and time off
    • Employer retirement match If you are looking for a great opportunity to work in a friendly, supportive environment while making instrumental changes in the lives of children, then come grow with us! Please submit a cover letter with your resume for consideration.






      Some of what we do...

      SPEAK Program

      This unique and effective, comprehensive program was developed by Gulfsouth Autism Center doctors to help prepare children for independence in a school environment.  SPEAK combines intensive one-on-one ABA services with occupational therapy, and individual and group speech therapy.

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      ABA Treatment in Covington

      ABA Interventions

      ABA treatments are ranked by the National Standards Project as the most effective treatments for autism, and are endorsed by leading pediatric and autism organizations.  Gulfsouth Autism Center’s ABA programs are structured to reinforce established skills, following instructions, and promote educational success.

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      Autism Center in Covington

      Occupational Therapy

      Gulfsouth Autism Center’s pediatric occupational therapy focuses on helping your child develop their visual, sensory and fine motor skills.  This promotes independence in applying these skills to better function and socialize in their home, school, play, and community environments.

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      Autism Center in Covington

      Speech Therapy

      The one-on-one sessions between your child and the Gulfsouth Autism Center speech therapists are crucial in helping meet your child’s individual goals. We focus on receptive and expressive language, pragmatic language and social skills, as well as articulation, apraxia of speech, oral motor skills, and feeding.

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        Phone

        Elmer Aviles, Recruiter

        tel:(504) 350-0833

        Email

        Employment Questions?

        eaviles@gulfsouthac.com