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Lifelong Accesss mission is to connect families and people withdevelopmental disabilities to their community through a lifetime ofmeaningful supports. Lifelong Accessprovides a continuum of services andsupports for families, children and adults throughout their lifetimeincluding residential, vocational development, employment, high schooltransition and therapeutic supports for children. Lifelong Accessenvisions a community that encourages and accepts all people.
Lifelong Access is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT). In thisposition your time will be fully dedicated to the pediatric program witha caseload that may include children from birth to age 18, and theopportunity to work in Early Intervention, clinic, or both. You willhave the opportunity to work as part of a trans-disciplinary teamincluding speech therapists, physical therapists and our pediatric ABAprofessionals, along with supervising a COTA and field work students. Weoffer flexible scheduling options and a great opportunity for careerdevelopment!
As the largest provider of pediatric therapy services in McLean County,we are excited to continue growing our program with an exceptional teamof professionals. Work with a caring, compassionate, and friendly teamof professionals. Come see why we love what we do!
Pay: Salaried; pay based on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Primary responsibilities include:
Carry a caseload with children ages birth to 18.Conduct initial and ongoing assessments, evaluating individuals inthe areas of fine motor/self-help skills, upper extremity function,activities of daily living, upper body strength, visual/perceptualskills, and sensory processing.Collaborating with a team of other Lifelong Accessprofessionals,including Developmental Therapists, Physical Therapists,Social/Emotional therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists, BoardCertified Behavioral Analysts, and Registered Behavior Technician.Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and interns asassigned.Write and update treatment plans based on the results of assessmentsthat effectively target short- and long-term goals. Maintainprofessional documentation including progress reports and sessionnotes.Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required by theemployers business needs.Qualifications for this position include:
Minimum of bachelors degree in occupational therapy from accreditedprogram, masters degree preferredSuccessfully passed the National Board of Certified OccupationalTherapists (NBCOT) OT examinationCurrent Illinois OT license (or is license-eligible) requiredIllinois Early Intervention credential or eligible for credentialpreferredMinimum of one year proven successful experience in the area ofpediatric occupational therapy and experience with families who havechildren with developmental delays/disabilities is highly preferredValid Illinois drivers license with safe driving recordPhysical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those thatmust be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functionsof this job. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequentlyrequired to sit on chairs, stools, and floor; stand; walk; stoop, kneel,crouch or crawl; frequently required to manipulate fine motor toys withchildren; and converse with adults and children - some who might bedifficult to understand. The employee is occasionally required to climb;taste or smell. he employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Here are some of the benefits we will offer you:
Supportive, positive and friendly team work environmentProfessional development, training and advancement opportunitiesOpportunity to work with a trans-disciplinary team of pediatricspecialists including speech language therapists, physicaltherapists, development therapists and pediatric ABA professionalsOpportunities to provide services in Early Intervention or clinic,or bothFlexible schedule optionsComprehensive benefit plansGenerous paid time off including vacation, personal time, andholidaysEqual Opportunity Employer