Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Description:

Pediatric OTs: Are you looking for a position that allows you to balance all your roles in life? Then come see what makes our organization unique - comprehensive pediatric services while offering employees scheduling flexibility, professional growth, personal autonomy and compassionate support. We have immediate openings for part-time/PRN occupational therapists to join our team. Work 6 - 25 hours per week; with opportunity to grow into a full time position or remain part-time/PRN.

This position requires the ability to work with a varied diagnostic caseload treating children from birth through adolescence using best clinical practices in OT intervention and striving to meet the needs of both the client and their family. The person we choose for this position will be energetic, passionate, and playful; motivated to be part of a dynamic team that focuses on intervention, empowerment, and advocacy for children; and possess a lifelong love of learning and personal development. Experience in ASI and DIR/Floortime is preferred but not required. Opportunities to pursue your current passions and explore new ones as you expand your skills and make a difference in the lives of children and their families.

Founded in 2010, STEPS for Kids provides therapeutic developmental services for children from birth through adolescence utilizing a strengths-based and family centered approach. Owned and operated by an OT with 36 years of experience, our programs use a coordinated treatment approach across all disciplines that focuses on relationships and play while being neurodiversity affirming and trauma-informed. Our entire team, from clinical to administrative staff, is dedicated to creating and maintaining an organization that is inclusive, relaxed, supportive and rewarding for both our staff and clients.

Benefits of this position include:

Competitive hourly pay rate

Medical, dental and vision insurance for FT positions

PTO for all employees

401K Plan for all employees

Professional liability insurance

Mentoring and professional development support

Strong team collaboration approach

Continuing Education reimbursement for all clinical staff

Flexible scheduling, Monday through Saturday hours available

Hybrid work model with work from home opportunities

Opportunities to participate in leadership and clinic growth

Are you ready to work with an organization that understands your needs and appreciates your skills? Looking for a place that provides you a rewarding career without the burnout? Eager to be a part of a team that is cohesive, supportive and "drama free"? Contact us today to learn more about what makes STEPS for Kids a unique place to work and whether we are a fit for each other! Requirements:

OTR, licensed in Illinois in good standing

Compassionate, caring and dedicated to helping children and their families

Commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; adaptable to a wide audience

Problem solver focused on creative solutions and collaboration

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to meet children at their developmental level and engage parents in therapeutic process

Competency in pediatric evaluations, documentation and report writing, treatment planning

Part-time

Hybrid remote