Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) | Flexible Schedule

CLOSE KNIT THERAPY LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A specialized therapy clinic in Chicago is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to work with children in a private clinic. You will provide effective, client-centered services to enable clients to perform everyday tasks. The ideal candidate should have experience with Autism and a valid license to practice occupational therapy. This role emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary team to optimize client engagement and well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience with Autism and school age children is a plus.
• Proven working experience as an occupational therapist.
• Professional behavior and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations.
• Select and adapt appropriate occupational therapy treatment models.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living.
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them.
• Assess client’s environments and advise on alterations.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Working experience as occupational therapist

Knowledge of occupational therapy principles

Hands-on experience with computer programs

Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools

Ability to manage diverse patient personalities

Current knowledge of treatment practices

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Professional behavior

Education

Valid license to practice occupational therapy

Job description

A specialized therapy clinic in Chicago is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to work with children in a private clinic. You will provide effective, client-centered services to enable clients to perform everyday tasks. The ideal candidate should have experience with Autism and a valid license to practice occupational therapy. This role emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary team to optimize client engagement and well-being.