Occupational Therapist

2 weeks ago

Rockford, Illinois, United States Westside Children's Therapy Full time $71,450 - $80,000

Job Details
Job Location:    Rockford Clinic - Rockford, IL
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    Graduate Degree
Salary Range:    $ $ Salary/year
Job Shift:    Full Time: 80 hours per pay period
Job Category:    Occupational Therapy

Description

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 18 Identify and implement therapeutic interventions that help develop client's fine motor skills, cognition, language skills, self care skills, regulation, and more Assess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessary  Adjust communication patterns to the age and level of understanding of the client. This may sometimes include nonverbal means of communication Provide support and guidance to the clients' family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatment Prepare and complete detailed documentation and records of evaluations and treatments Collaborate with team members from other disciplines to best support clients needs Maintain targeted caseload hours of 26 therapy per week  Qualifications

Required Education, Experience and Credentials:

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program Successfully pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy OT licensure or license eligible, in the state of Illinois CPR Certification required within 90 days of hire  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team Passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric population Creative mindset for making sessions enjoyable for pediatric clients  Competence with a variety of computer applications

Personal Attributes:

Interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team Creative mindset for making therapy fun Process oriented with strong attention to detail Accountability  Problem Solving Initiative 

Work Environment & Physical Demands 

Ability to receive training in, and implement, de-escalation skills for clients Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs unassisted  Ability to work in a variety of active positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy

Travel Requirements

Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.

This is a full-time position. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company match; Paid Time Off; Sick Time; and a robust Employee Assistance Program. 

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