Occupational Therapist

Position Summary:The Occupational Therapist evaluates, assesses, and plans treatment including orienting clients and families to the purposes and processes of OT evaluation and treatment. The Occupational Therapist will complete screenings and evaluations, write appropriate treatment plans and formulate functional goals to help the client and their family achieve their development goals.Essential Functions:Prepare and implement treatment plans for pediatric clients, from birth to age 18Identify and implement therapeutic interventions that help develop client’s fine motor skills, cognition, language skills, self care skills, regulation, and moreAssess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessaryAdjust communication patterns to the age and level of understanding of the client. This may sometimes include nonverbal means of communicationProvide support and guidance to the clients’ family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatmentPrepare and complete detailed documentation and records of evaluations and treatmentsCollaborate with team members from other disciplines to best support client’’s needsMaintain targeted caseload hours of 26 therapy per weekRequired Education, Experience and Credentials:Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited occupational therapy programSuccessfully pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational TherapyOT licensure or license eligible, in the state of IllinoisCPR Certification required within 90 days of hireKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong verbal and written communication skillsCollaborative spirit and willingness to work as a teamPassion for working with neurodiverse pediatric populationCreative mindset for making sessions enjoyable for pediatric clientsCompetence with a variety of computer applicationsPersonal Attributes:Interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skillsCollaborative spirit and willingness to work as a teamCreative mindset for making therapy funProcess oriented with strong attention to detailAccountabilityProblem SolvingInitiativeWork Environment & Physical DemandsAbility to receive training in, and implement, de-escalation skills for clientsAbility to lift or carry 30 lbs unassistedAbility to work in a variety of active positions, including on the floor during played-based therapyTravel RequirementsSome travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.