Occupational Therapist Job at Step Forward Therapy, Rolling Meadows, IL

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  • Step Forward Therapy
  • Rolling Meadows, IL

Job Description

Step Forward Therapy is on a mission to improve the overall quality of life for the children and families we serve. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary team of therapists use evidence-based, traditional, and innovative therapy methods that address the individual needs of each child. We work closely with families to provide support and education to foster growth and improve a child’s ability to engage in a meaningful and purposeful manner at school, at home, and in the community.

We have immediate openings for full time, part time and PRN Pediatric Occupational Therapists who are enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, resourceful, and motivated. We would love for you to join us to make a difference in the lives of the children we serve by providing them with the skills that will allow them to learn, grow, and live a fulfilling life. Our clinic is located at 1911 Rohlwing Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

If you enjoy working with children, and you would like to join our team, please apply!

Responsibilities:

  • Complete documentation for all pre-authorizations, initial evaluations, re-evaluations, insurance reports, medical reviews, appeal processes and progress reports
  • Participate in weekly individual and multidisciplinary case-based group mentoring
  • Provide 1:1 therapeutic intervention and group instruction based on client needs
  • Utilize goals and objectives to develop and implement treatment plans; adjust plans as needed
  • Educate family/caregivers on disorders, treatments, interventions, and at-home practices
  • Collaborate with other clinicians and the child’s physician and/or school when needed
  • Maintain OT equipment, and conduct staff training and safety checks for equipment use
  • Complete new patient intakes and parental interviews for therapy
  • Conduct evaluations to identify client’s needs

Requirements

  • OTR/L (required) or OTD
  • Current license from the State of Illinois in Occupational Therapy (required)
  • Personable, playful, positive, and patient with the ability to effectively build rapport with children and families
  • Strong knowledge of child development (specifically birth to 18 years) (preferred)
  • Previous or current experience working with children (preferred)
  • Experience with sensory processing disorders (preferred)
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced position
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as on a team
  • Must be dog-friendly. Therapy dogs onsite

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relief, Immediate start,

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