Occupational Therapist (OT)
Company: In2Great Pediatric Therapy
Location: Buffalo Grove
Posted on: September 24, 2024
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Job Description:
In2Great! Pediatric Therapy is growing, and our future looks
BRIGHT! We just moved into our brand new, state-of-the-art facility
and its AMAZING! We are looking to hire an occupational therapist
to join our warm, inclusive, and inviting community. In2Great! is a
multidisciplinary pediatric therapy clinic offering robust OT, SLP,
PT, Mental Health, feeding therapy, a therapeutic preschool
program, transitional program, and ABA services. Our mission is to
help as many children as we can, to help support our community and
to have FUN while we do it all! In2Great! wants to promote LEADERS
as we offer opportunities for career advancement! We employ happy,
motivated, knowledgeable, and genuine individuals! We value
integrity, positivity, interpersonal skills, communication skills
and strong collaboration! We pride ourselves on our positive clinic
culture. There are endless opportunities for personal growth.
Through monthly staff events, parties, and outings, we develop
meaningful relationships with one another and make work feel fun,
enjoyable, and welcoming.In2Great! is a sensory integration-based
clinic. Our clinicians take a child-centered approach when treating
our clients. Brief job description entails evaluation of clients,
writing up evaluations, treatment planning, establishing goals,
conducting therapy sessions, documentation of sessions,
communication with clients' parents/caregivers,
collaboration/communication with client "teams."If you are
interested in hearing more about the available Occupational Therapy
position at In2Great! and you would like to join our motivated,
positive, and growing team, please contact Jocelyn at or apply and
send your resume :)Benefits:$1,000 sign-on bonus W2 employeeBCBS
health and dental insuranceVisionShort-term disability
insuranceLife insurancePaid time off; vacation, sick,
holidayAccrued PTO and annual PTO increaseBi-annual bonusesCEU
reimbursementRetirement plan with employer matchingMileage
reimbursementOpportunities for advancementResponsibilities:Conduct
comprehensive assessments to evaluate children's motor, sensory,
cognitive, and social-emotional skills.Develop individualized
treatment plans based on assessment findings, focusing on improving
children's functional abilities and independence.Provide therapy
sessions using evidence-based techniques and interventions to
address specific goals and objectives.Collaborate with parents,
caregivers, teachers, and other professionals to ensure consistency
and carryover of therapy strategies across environments.Monitor
children's progress regularly and adjust treatment plans as needed
to achieve optimal outcomes.Educate parents and caregivers on
strategies and techniques to support their child's development and
carryover therapy goals at home and in other settings.Maintain
accurate documentation of therapy sessions, progress notes, and
reports in compliance with regulatory standards.Participate in team
meetings, case conferences, and interdisciplinary collaborations to
coordinate care and promote holistic approaches to child
development.Requirements:Occupational Therapy practitioners board
certified, registered, and licensed in the state of IllinoisCurrent
state licensure or certification as an occupational
therapist.Certification or specialization in pediatric occupational
therapy preferred.Experience working with children of all ages with
a variety of disabilities, such as developmental delays, sensory
processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and
physical impairments.Familiarity with the DIR/Floortime model and
its principles for promoting child development through respectful,
child-led interactions and relationships.Proficiency in
implementing DIR/Floortime techniques, such as following the
child's lead, creating opportunities for shared attention and
engagement, and scaffolding interactions to support higher-level
developmental capacities.Understanding of naturalistic environment
therapy approaches, including strategies for embedding therapeutic
activities within a child's natural routines, interests, and play
experiences.Ability to adapt therapy techniques and interventions
to fit the child's individual strengths, preferences, and sensory
processing patterns within naturalistic environments, such as home,
school, or community settings.Integration of sensory-based
interventions and environmental modifications to support sensory
regulation and participation in daily activities within
naturalistic contexts.Proficiency in conducting pediatric
assessments, including standardized evaluations and clinical
observations.Strong interpersonal and communication skills to
effectively interact with children, parents, caregivers, and
interdisciplinary team members.Ability to develop individualized
treatment plans and implement therapeutic interventions tailored to
each child's unique needs and goals.Empathy, patience, and
creativity in engaging children and fostering a positive
therapeutic environment.Organizational skills to manage caseloads,
prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate documentation.Commitment to
professional growth and lifelong learning in the field of pediatric
occupational therapy
Keywords: In2Great Pediatric Therapy, Buffalo Grove , Occupational Therapist (OT), Healthcare , Buffalo Grove, Illinois
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