Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Part-Time) at Treehouse Pediatric Therapy

Woodridge, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Evidence Based Practice, Treatment Planning, Clinical Documentation, Feeding Therapy, Neuro Program, Behavior Crisis Management, Patient Transfers, Collaborative Care, Holistic Therapeutic Approach

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Do you want to join a private, pediatric-focused therapy clinic that is not managed by a large, faceless, distant, metrics-driven corporate employer? Is your goal to work in a multidisciplinary and collaborative therapy environment that helps children reach their full potential? Are you interested in a clinic that differentiates itself through specialty programs and services? Are you looking for an organization that ensures its employees have access to the latest research and resources to offer the best services possible? Do you want to be employed at an organization that prioritizes work-life balance and the physical and mental health of its employees through a human-centered, supportive culture? If you answered yes to these questions, please read about this exciting opportunity at Treehouse Pediatric Therapy! Treehouse Pediatric Therapy is a locally owned multidisciplinary pediatric outpatient clinic with locations in Woodridge and Batavia, IL. We provide core therapy services for clients aged 0-18 including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and ABA therapy. Additionally offered are specialized programs and services including pelvic floor therapy, feeding therapy, nutrition services, and neuro services. Treehouse's ultimate goal is to create meaningful change in clients' lives through an emphasis on a holistic therapeutic approach, involving families in carryover of care, and supporting employees' needs to allow them to provide the best services possible. Treehouse is hiring a staff occupational therapist for our growing service of occupational therapy! Our occupational therapy caseload is extremely varied and challenging with diagnoses ranging from Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and executive functioning, Down Syndrome, sensory processing difficulties, fine / gross / and visual motor coordination, developmental delay, and neurological conditions. Additionally, Treehouse's occupational therapy team distinguishes itself from other clinics through specialized services including feeding therapy and a neuro program. The training and development of a feeding or neuro specialty is welcomed and supported, but not a requirement for this position. This position is part-time (3-25 hours/week) at our Woodridge location. Preferred working hours are during family-friendly hours (2-7pm; Monday-Friday), however other availability can be considered based on client need and availability. The candidate must be passionate about their field, interested in a collaborative environment, and align with the following pillars of a successful Treehouse employee: Be confident and have a growth mindset Be accountable to yourself and others Remember why you entered this field and the successes you've had Learn from your mistakes Support your colleagues and yourself Be authentic and accept each others' differences Embrace challenging situations Smile and have fun Primary Responsibilities Use evidence based practices to guide interventions and implement appropriate treatment sessions Develop comprehensive plans of care that set up clients for progress in identified area(s) of concerns Communicate plan of care to parent(s)/caretaker(s) in a way that best encourages engagement and carryover of care for that family Complete treatment documentation that follows the company's documentation guidelines Exhibit proficiency with many different types of cases across ages, diagnoses, and treatment types, and continue to broaden proficiencies and specialties through continuing education and sought out support when needed Be properly educated on all therapeutic services offered by the company to appropriately refer to another discipline if clients' needs exceed occupational therapy scope Ensure the safety of clients and all individuals present during sessions, implementing behavior crisis management protocol when needed Complete appropriate lifts and transfers of clients to a safe position, which may include to/from a wheelchair Employment Benefits Competitive hourly pay Opportunities for professional development / continuing education Professional Crisis Management (PCM) safety training opportunities Exposure to a holistic therapeutic approach in a multidisciplinary team Supportive and collaborative workplace culture Requirements Qualifications Possess advanced occupational therapy degree (MOT or DOT) Hold active occupational therapy licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Hold active OTR status with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Pediatric outpatient experience (preferred) Physical Requirements Regularly required to be physically active and alert for extended periods of time and occasionally lift, move, and/or support up to 50 lbs. (and/or up to adult sized body weight with assistance) May require some degree of physical interaction with clients who have difficulty controlling physical behavior Possess personal means of a reliable form of transportation Ensure the safety and maintenance of company equipment provided and materials that is necessary for work as an occupational therapist

Responsibilities

Implement evidence-based interventions and develop comprehensive plans of care for pediatric clients with various diagnoses. Communicate progress to caregivers and maintain detailed treatment documentation following company guidelines.