Occupational Therapist

Open Door Pediatric Therapy · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

About Us: Open Door Pediatric Therapy is a family-owned, locally run clinic dedicated to providing high-quality pediatric therapy services in the Houston Willowbrook Area. Our clinic specializes in Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Speech Therapy (ST), and Feeding Therapy. As we expand and grow, we are excited to welcome new team members who share our passion for helping children reach their full potential. At Open Door Pediatric Therapy, we foster a creative, fun, and supportive environment where you can thrive as a therapist. We offer a comprehensive training model for new graduates and experienced therapists alike. Whether you are starting your career or seeking new opportunities, we’re committed to helping you grow and be the best therapist you can be. Join our team, where your contributions truly matter and where you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their families. Responsibilities: Provide individual therapy sessions, evaluations, and group therapy to children with various developmental needs. Participate in weekly department and company meetings, including supervision sessions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of OT, PT, and Speech Therapists to provide holistic care. Assist with training and supervising therapy assistants, and work together to create the best outcomes for our patients. Requirements: Must hold a current Occupational Therapy License in Texas (or be willing to obtain one). Ability to communicate fluently in a second language is a must if applying for dual language positions. Must be willing to relocate to Houston, Texas. Perks of Working at Open Door Pediatric Therapy: Competitive salary with guaranteed 40-hour pay (even with cancellations). Mentorship and professional development opportunities. Prescheduled paperwork time to ensure work-life balance. Team-building events and regular outings. Monthly team meetings and collaboration across multiple disciplines (OT, PT, ST). Unlimited CEUs and all licensing costs paid for. Four-day work week for better work-life balance. Relocation/signing bonus up to $2500! A family-friendly and supportive work environment where you can make lasting connections. How to Apply: If you're ready to join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and making a real impact, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume to [email protected] . Job Type: Full-time Pay: $76,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: Continuing education credits Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance License reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Vision insurance Wellness program Schedule: 10 hour shift, 4 days a week Language: Spanish (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Houston, TX 77070 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Houston, TX 77070: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr
Houston Median $23,442/yr
Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr
vs. National Median -34.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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