Our mission is to ensure effective systems are available to assist people in achieving their life goals and to offer programs and coordinate services so that the people we serve may realize their dreams and actively contribute to the community.  Our vision is to enhance the quality of life in the community one person at a time and to empower people to be the best version of themselves.

The Early Intervention team works with children and their families to enhance the child’s development through everyday learning opportunities and routines. Early Intervention includes services and supports to infants and toddlers birth to 3 years who have a diagnosed medical condition or developmental delay. Early Intervention services are provided in the child’s natural environment and are centered on the interest, strengths and priorities of the child and family. A natural environment could be their home, the park, the grocery store, anywhere that the child goes with the caregiver. The children can be referred for services in a variety of ways and are assessed and evaluated for eligibility both to enter the program and as they transition into preschool.

The Highland County Board of Developmental Disabilities (HCBDD) and Fayette County Board of Developmental Disabilities (FCBDD) are currently recruiting for an Ohio licensed Occupational Therapist. We are open to hiring a full time staff member to serve both counties or a contract(s) for services for a minimum of two days per week per county in either or both counties.  

HCBDD and FCBDD offers competitive wages, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, two personal days per calendar year and is a member of the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) which is Ohio’s largest public pension fund. We are open to hiring a full time staff member to serve both counties or a contract(s) for services for a minimum of two days per week per county in either or both counties.  

Qualified OT candidates will hold a current license in occupational therapy, a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy.  The following certifications are highly desired, but not required: Early Intervention Developmental Specialist from the Department of Developmental Disabilities Ohio (DODD), aquatic therapy, massage therapy, and PLAY project. Duties include providing training, therapy, and instructional aide to children; coaching team members and families in accordance with the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) that are enrolled in the Early Intervention program; performing evaluations and assessments with the team; and designing plans and goals for the IFSP.

Individual must be able to pass criminal background checks as required by the Ohio Revise Code; have a valid Ohio driver’s license, current motor vehicle insurance with a clean driving record. Full-time staff members must be able to pass a pre-employment physical (including a TB screening) and drug screen. Full time staff members must complete a 180-day probationary period following first day full time employment. HCBDD is an EOE employer. The HCBDD is not authorized to hire immediate family members of current Board members or immediate family members of County Commissioners. Additional information about our agency can be found on our website: www.highdd.org.Please submit your cover letter, resume and three professional references.