Part-Time Nature-Based Occupational Therapist

About the role

True Life Connection LLC is dedicated to empowering children and families through child-centered, holistic, evidence-based, nature-based occupational therapy and play group enrichment. We combine pediatric occupational therapy principles with the power of nature to foster sensory integration, motor skills, executive functioning, and emotional growth, helping children become confident, capable, and connected.

We are seeking a mid-level Occupational Therapist who is passionate about evidence-based, nature-based pediatric practice. Prior experience in nature-based therapy is not required. This position offers flexible PRN or part-time hours focused on afternoon/evening sessions and weekend availability to serve children outside of standard school hours. Expected responsibilities include running 1-on-1 pediatric OT sessions, completing comprehensive evaluations, and participating in ongoing clinical growth through evidence-based practice and company-led training. Sessions take place in a child’s home environment, our outdoor playscape in Lucketts, VA, or in local natural environments. The administrative work to support in-person sessions may be completed virtually.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations, screenings, consultations, and individual therapy sessions utilizing nature-based environments.
• Formulate individualized treatment plans, establish goals, and complete timely clinical documentation and evaluation reports.
• Coordinate with families, educators, and multidisciplinary providers to support comprehensive client care.
• Engage in clinical preparation, travel between client locations, home exercise creation, approved research/education hours, and client/family communication.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapy license in the Commonwealth of Virginia (MOT / OTR/L).
• Ideally, mid-level pediatric OT experience with demonstrated clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice skills.
• Strong passion for nature-based interventions, outdoor play, and child-led developmental principles.
• Active CPR and First Aid certifications; background check clearance.
• Ability to work weekday afternoon/evening hours and/or weekend hours to accommodate child/family needs. Hours can vary each semester depending on your schedule with a minimum commitment of 3 hours/week. The ideal candidate is someone who would like to build up a small caseload of clients (10-20 hours/week).

Schedule

Flexible schedule with primary availability during weekday evenings and select weekends (designed to accommodate early childhood & elementary school-aged children). Ability to work weekday afternoon/evening hours and/or weekend hours to accommodate child/family needs. Hours can vary each semester depending on your schedule with a minimum commitment of 3 hours/week; ideal candidate aims for a small caseload of 10‑20 hours/week.