Developmental Therapist

JD -DEVELOPMENTAL
THERASPIST

Job
Summary

The
Development Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing
individualized developmental intervention programs for infants and children
with developmental delays, neurodevelopmental disorders, and high -risk infants. The therapist works closely with
families and multidisciplinary professionals to improve the child’s functional
abilities, participation, independence, and developmental outcomes.

The
therapist focuses on enhancing developmental domains including motor,
cognitive, communication, play, adaptive behavior, sensory processing, and
daily living skills through evidence -based and family -centered approaches.

Key
Responsibilities

1. Clinical
Assessment & Screening

* Conduct
developmental screening and early identification of delays in infants and
children.

* Assess
children with conditions such as:

    * Developmental Delay

    * Autism Spectrum Disorder

    * ADHD

    * Cerebral Palsy

    * Intellectual Disability

    * High -Risk Infants / NICU Follow -up cases

* Use
standardized and non -standardized assessment tools.

* Identify
strengths, needs, barriers, and functional goals.

2.
Intervention Planning

* Develop
individualized therapy plans based on assessment findings.

* Set SMART
goals in collaboration with parents and multidisciplinary team.

* Prioritize
functional, family -centered, and age -appropriate outcomes.

* Review and
modify treatment plans periodically.

3.
Therapy Implementation

Provide
direct therapy sessions targeting:

Developmental
Domains

* Fine Motor
Skills

* Hand
Function / Pre -writing Skills

* Activities
of Daily Living (ADL)

* Cognitive
Skills

* Attention
& Executive Function

* Play
Skills

* Social
Interaction Skills

*
Communication Readiness Skills

* Behavioral
Regulation

* Sensory
Stimulation / Multi -sensory Activities

* Early
Learning / Pre -academic Skills

Techniques

* Play -based
therapy

*
Developmental stimulation

*
Task -oriented training

*
Multi -sensory stimulation

*
Parent -mediated intervention

* Structured
routines and behavior strategies

4. Parent
Training & Counseling

* Educate
parents regarding child’s condition and prognosis.

* Train
caregivers to integrate therapy goals into daily routines.

* Provide
home programs and carryover strategies.

* Support
family coping, motivation, and participation.

5.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration

* Work
closely with:

    * Doctors

    * Speech Therapists

    * Occupational Therapists

    * Physiotherapists

    * Psychologists

    * Special Educators

*
Participate in case discussions, goal setting, and progress reviews.

6.
Documentation & Reporting

* Maintain
accurate therapy notes and progress reports.

* Document
assessments, treatment plans, attendance, and outcomes.

* Prepare
parent feedback reports and referral notes.

* Ensure
compliance with institutional standards.

7.
Quality & Professional Development

* Attend
training programs, workshops, and clinical meetings.

* Update
knowledge in early intervention and child development.

*
Participate in awareness programs, camps, and community screening.

Requirements

Required
Qualifications

Essential

* Bachelor’s
/ Master’s degree in:

    * Development Therapy

    * Child Development / Early Intervention

Preferred

* Experience
in pediatric rehabilitation / early intervention.

Required
Skills

* Strong understanding
of child development milestones.

* Knowledge
of neurodevelopmental disorders.

* Excellent
child handling and play skills.

* Parent
counseling and communication skills.

* Team
collaboration skills.

*
Documentation and report writing.

* Empathy,
patience, creativity, and professionalism.