Occupational Therapist

Autism Center; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Autism Center is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide direct OT services, assessments, and ongoing therapy for children. The OT will align programs with current research and best practices, while collaborating with RBTs, BCBAs, and other clinicians to support client outcomes.

Responsibilities include maintaining medical records, communicating progress to families, overseeing authorization needs, and contributing to program development with NBCOT/IDFPR standards in mind.

Qualifications

• Required: Doctorate degree in OT or related field.
• Required: Current OTR certification.
• Preferred: Experience with children (1+ year).
• Preferred: Experience with neurodevelopmental disorders (1+ year).

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services to clients as directed in accordance with NBCOT and IDFPR codes.
• Consult with schools, daycares, medical professionals and other disciplines regarding service delivery.
• Maintain medical records according to generally accepted care standards for OT.
• Communicate client progress effectively to parents and caregivers.
• Oversee authorization utilization and plan accordingly.
• Collaborate with administrative management and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Professional relationships

Documentation

Education

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

OTR Certification

Job description

The role of the Autism Center’s Occupational Therapist (OT) involves providing occupational therapy at the Autism Center. This position will include OT services including assessments, consultations, ongoing occupational therapy services. The OT will ensure the programs of assigned clients align with current trends in occupational therapy research and adherence to best practices.

Within this role, coaching and collaboration are extended to RBTs, BCBAs, and other clinicians. The OT will collaborate with outside professionals and the community to maintain the Autism Center’s external relationships.

Job Requirements:

• Successful reference check
• Clean Criminal clearances: Child Abuse, State Police Criminal, FBI
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Successful background check
• Vital Information & Documents as specifically requested
• Account for Direct Deposit
• Valid Driver’s License & required auto insurance in good standing

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Required: Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or other related field.
• Required: Current OTR certification.
• Preferred: Minimum 1 year of experience working with children
• Preferred: Minimum 1 year of experience working with people with neurodevelopmental disorders

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions.
• Must maintain professionalism as a representative of the standards of quality provided by the Autism Center.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver OT services to clients as directed in a manner aligned with the code of conduct outlined by NBCOT and the IDFPR.
• Consult and collaborate with clientele, schools, daycares, medical professionals and other disciplines as it relates to service delivery.
• Keep and maintain medical records in accordance with the generally accepted standards of care for occupational therapy.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress.
• Oversee authorization utilization and plan accordingly.
• Collaborate with administrative management and the administrative team staff.

Safety & Security Responsibilities:

• Utilize safe & appropriate handling procedures when working with clients.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws.
• Protect the intellectual property of the Autism Center.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations as well as insurance and funding source requirements.
• Working knowledge of OT best practices.
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with Autism Center staff, Autism Center administration, clients, collaborative professionals, supervisors, teachers, stakeholder clients, and clients.
• Responsible for completing and maintaining all required certifications and trainings once employed including, but not limited to CPR, Fingerprinting & Background Checks, OTR Certification and other company trainings as directed by supervisor.
• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols and written clinical documents.

Essential components of this position are subject to change at the discretion of the Autism Center. This job description describes essential job functions but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.