Joy Center - Family Institute

Occupational Therapist (Pediatric Focus)

Böblingen, Baden-WürttembergFull-time
About the Job
Occupational Therapist (Pediatric Focus).
Location: Böblingen (Stuttgart).
Company: Joy Center Family (www.joycenterfamily.com).
Application Email: info@joycenterfamily.com.
Start Date: Ongoing recruitment.

About Joy Center Family:
At Joy Center Family, we specialize in child development and family-centered care. Serving both German and international (including U.S. military) families, we take a holistic, play-based approach grounded in developmental models like DIR/Floortime.

We’re a multidisciplinary team of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech and Language Therapists working together to help children thrive.

Position Summary: Pediatric Occupational Therapist:
We are looking for a compassionate, skilled Occupational Therapist who loves working with children (ages 2–15) with developmental, emotional, sensory, or motor challenges.


Responsibilities:
  • Provide individual and group OT sessions tailored to each child’s developmental profile
  • Conduct sensory and motor assessments and create individualized treatment plans.
  • Collaborate closely with parents/caregivers to support carryover of therapy strategies at home.
  • Participate in regular team case discussions and supervision.
  • Document treatment sessions and progress reports according to clinic standards.

Requirements:
  • Degree in Occupational Therapy (Bachelor’s or Master’s level).
  • Eligible to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Experience with pediatric clients (sensory integration, motor delays, autism spectrum, etc.).
  • Familiarity with developmental, relationship-based models (DIR/Floortime or similar) is a plus.
  • English fluency required.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.

What We Offer:
  • Full-time position.
  • Weekly supervision and professional development opportunities.
  • Chance for a 3-month paid internship in Spain to expand clinical skills.
  • A warm, supportive, multidisciplinary team.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

To Apply: Email your CV and short motivation letter to: info@joycenterfamily.com.