Occupational Therapist School Setting in Minooka, IL

Soliant; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidental benefits

Job summary

Soliant in Minooka, IL seeks a dedicated school-based occupational therapy professional to impact students’ education this contract year. The role is in-person, collaborating with an early childhood diagnostic team, with a manageable caseload and room to grow through the year.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services, participating in evaluations, creating and monitoring treatment plans, and supporting IEP collaboration, with a schedule from 8:15 AM to 3:45 PM and an ASAP start through

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapy license is required.
• Experience in school settings or pediatric OT is valued.
• Strong collaboration with diagnostic and educational teams.
• Clear communication with students, educators and families.
• Flexibility to accommodate a growing caseload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person OT services to support educational and developmental goals.
• Participate in evaluations with the early childhood diagnostic team.
• Develop, implement and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain records and provide progress updates.
• Contribute to IEP meetings and integrate OT in classrooms.
• Adjust interventions as caseload increases.

Skills

Illinois OT licensure

School-based OT experience

Collaborative teamwork

Effective communication

Adaptability to growing caseload

Job description

Make a meaningful impact by supporting students near Minooka, IL as a dedicated school-based occupational therapy professional. This contract position involves working in person and collaborating closely with an early childhood diagnostic team to assess and address student needs. With a manageable initial caseload and opportunities to work with a diverse student population, this role offers the perfect blend of continuity and new challenges throughout the school year.

Key Qualifications

• Active and current Illinois Occupational Therapy licensure is required.
• Previous experience in school settings or pediatric OT is highly valued.
• Strong collaborative skills to partner with multidisciplinary diagnostic and educational teams.
• Effective communication abilities for working with students, educators, and families.
• Flexibility and a proactive attitude to adapt to a growing caseload as new students join the program.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person OT services, focusing on supporting and empowering students to achieve educational and developmental goals.
• Participate in evaluations with the early childhood diagnostic team to determine student eligibility and need for occupational therapy.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain thorough records and provide regular updates on student progress.
• Contribute to IEP meetings and collaborate with teachers and staff to integrate OT strategies into the classroom environment.
• Adjust interventions and supports as student caseload increases over the academic year.

Position Details

• Full-time hours: 37.5 to 40 hours per week, with a structured daily schedule from 8:15 AM to 3:45 PM.
• Contract duration: ASAP start through May 28th, 2027.

Be part of a supportive educational community and help shape students' futures through expert OT services.

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.46 to $59.46. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.