Pediatric Occupational Therapist

STEPS for Kids, Inc; Sheridan (IL); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Insurance (FT)

PTO

401K

Liability coverage

Mentoring & development

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work model

Descripción de la vacante

STEPS for Kids, Inc. is seeking an occupational therapist to join our pediatric team. We offer PRN, part-time and full-time options with a hybrid schedule that supports work-from-home flexibility (no telehealth).

You will focus on intervention, empowerment, and advocacy for children and families within a strengths-based, family-centered framework. The ideal candidate has pediatric experience, a valid Illinois OT license, and a collaborative, compassionate approach.

Formación

• Illinois OT license in good standing.
• Experience with pediatric populations and family-centered care.
• DIR/Floortime experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible and motivated for problem solving.

Responsabilidades

• Provide pediatric OT evaluations and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver play-based interventions and family education.
• Mentor and support program development within STEPS for Kids.

Conocimientos

Pediatric OT

DIR/Floortime

ASD/Neurodevelopment

Communication

Team collaboration

Flexible problem solving

Independent work

Family-centered care

Documentation & care planning

Descripción del empleo

Description

Are you an OT who is passionate about pediatric care? Focused on a family centered and play-based approach? Longing for a supportive multidisciplinary team to collaborate with? Committed to lifelong learning and your own professional growth? Looking for an organization where you belong, not just fit in? If this describes you, STEPS for Kids is looking for you! We have openings for Occupational Therapist to join our team and expand our reach to meet the growing needs of our community. PRN, Part-time and Full-time positions are available. Work from 6 - 40 hours per week. Flexible hours and a hybrid work model that allows work from home option (no telehealth). The person we choose to join us will be energetic, compassionate, and playful. We are seeking individuals who are motivated to be a part of a dynamic team that focuses on intervention, empowerment, and advocacy for children and their families. Our organization model supports professionals who are committed to both personal and professional growth. Opportunity for leadership through program development and growth of our services is available. Founded in 2010, STEPS for Kids is a therapist owned and operated pediatric clinic providing developmental services utilizing a strengths-based and family centered approach. Our programs use a coordinated treatment approach that is neurodiversity affirming and trauma-informed, while rooted in play-based interventions, parent and community education, and relationships that support lifelong growth for children. STEPS for Kids is committed to creating a workplace built on courage, trust, connection, and growth. Our organizational culture is informed by Brené Brown’s Daring Leadership principles, including vulnerability, empathy, accountability, and courageous communication. We encourage our team members to speak up, ask questions, share ideas, give and receive feedback, and learn from mistakes. We believe that when adults feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow, they are better able to provide exceptional care to the children and families we serve.

Benefits Of This Position Include

• Competitive pay rate
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (FT positions only)
• PTO for all employees
• 401K for all employees
• Professional liability coverage
• Mentoring and professional development
• Flexible scheduling, Monday through Saturday hours available
• Hybrid work model (no telehealth)
• Leadership and growth opportunities

If you are searching for employment that allows you to grow, where you feel rewarded and appreciated every day, and where your co-workers are supportive and caring, you belong at STEPS for Kids.

Requirements

• Ability to work with a diverse range of ages, birth through adolescence, with a wide variety of neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Experience with DIR/Floortime, ASI preferred but not required. Mentoring available.
• Peds experience preferred but not required. Will consider a strong new graduate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to all audiences.
• Compassion and dedication to pediatric care; focus on family centered care that is neurodiversity affirming.
• Flexible and motivated for problem solving.
• Able to work equally well independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to professional and personal development.
• Competency in evaluations, care planning, documentation and treatment planning for pediatric population.
• State of Illinois Occupational Therapist license in good standing.