Occupational Therapist

UCAN (Uhlich Children's Advantage Network); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan (401k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A children's organization in Chicago is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide assessment and therapy for students with motor deficits. This role involves planning and conducting therapy activities, maintaining records, and collaborating with parents and educators to support individual education plans (IEPs). Required qualifications include an Illinois State occupational therapy license and preferably two years of pediatric experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois State license required.
• Two years of pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts therapy for students with motor deficits.
• Writes evaluation summaries for students.
• Maintains records of student progress.
• Collaborates with parents and teachers.
• Schedules flexibly to accommodate caseload.

Skills

Occupational therapy assessment

Group therapy

Parent communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Illinois State license to practice occupational therapy

Pediatric experience in a school setting

Job description

Department: UCAN Academy and High School

Reports to: Clinical Director

Position Title: Occupational Therapist

Position Objective and Summary: The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing assessment and instruction to students with motor deficits in groups or individual therapy in a variety of settings. The Occupational Therapist will assess, design, and implement appropriate therapy interventions to meet student motor needs through the IEP, and work as a team member. The Occupational Therapist also assesses and recommends environmental modifications and equipment adaptations to assure accessibility for students with disabilities in their educational environment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy program activities for special education students who are disabled by mental, physical, and/or emotional conditions so they can develop, recover, or maintain daily living, working, and/or learning skills.
• Provides direct and consultative intervention in special and general education classrooms.
• Writes evaluation and reassessment summaries for students suspected of having fine and gross motor deficits.
• Participates as a member of child's study team in staff meetings and team assessments.
• Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of students suffering from injuries or disease.
• Maintains clear and concise records of students' activities and progress.
• Interprets therapy needs and works cooperatively with parents and teachers to achieve IEP objectives.
• Processes any paperwork required to obtain assessment permission and document parent contacts as legally mandated.
• Schedules flexibly to accommodate a changing caseload.
• Communicates effectively and works harmoniously with administration and staff.

Education/Job Experience/Certification

• Current Illinois State license to practice occupational therapy.
• Two (2) years of pediatric experience in a school setting preferred, but not required.

Special Knowledge and Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a high functioning team.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• Some computer knowledge necessary.

Benefits You Can Choose From:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits Provided at No Cost to You:

• Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

UCAN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.