Occupational Therapist

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Job description

Step Forward Therapy is on a mission to improve the overall quality of life for the children and families we serve. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary team of therapists use evidence-based, traditional, and innovative therapy methods that address the individual needs of each child. We work closely with families to provide support and education to foster growth and improve a child's ability to engage in a meaningful and purposeful manner at school, at home, and in the community.

We have immediate openings for full time, part time and PRN Pediatric Occupational Therapists who are enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, resourceful, and motivated. We would love for you to join us to make a difference in the lives of the children we serve by providing them with the skills that will allow them to learn, grow, and live a fulfilling life.

If you enjoy working with children, and you would like to join our team, please apply!

Responsibilities:
Complete documentation for all pre-authorizations, initial evaluations, re-evaluations, insurance reports, medical reviews, appeal processes and progress reports
Participate in weekly individual and multidisciplinary case-based group mentoring
Provide 1:1 therapeutic intervention and group instruction based on client needs
Utilize goals and objectives to develop and implement treatment plans; adjust plans as needed
Educate family/caregivers on disorders, treatments, interventions, and at-home practices
Collaborate with other clinicians and the child's physician and/or school when needed
Maintain OT equipment, and conduct staff training and safety checks for equipment use
Complete new patient intakes and parental interviews for therapy
Conduct evaluations to identify client's needs

Qualifications:
OTR/L (required) or OTD
Current license from the State of Illinois in Occupational Therapy (required)
Personable, playful, positive, and patient with the ability to effectively build rapport with children and families
Strong knowledge of child development (specifically birth to 18 years) (preferred)
Previous or current experience working with children (preferred)
Experience with sensory processing disorders (preferred)
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced position
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Must be dog-friendly. Therapy dogs onsite

Benefits:
Competitive Salary
Individual Bonus Opportunities
Monday-Friday Schedule / No Weekend Hours
CEU Reimbursement
BCBS Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) with 4% Employer Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Opportunities for Advancement
Mileage Reimbursement

Physical Requirements
Periods of extensive standing (up to 2 hours at times), walking, and running
Navigating uneven surfaces
Requires lifting (25 - 30 lbs), positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients
Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

Ability to commute/relocate:
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008: Must have reliable transportation. If not local, must be willing to relocate before starting position (preferred)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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