Minimum 1+ years occupational therapy experience required.
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Algonquin, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Contract Dates: August 12, 2024 - June 2, 2025
Description: Join our team in Algonquin, IL as an Occupational Therapist (OT) for the 2024-2025 school year! We have three openings for this role, with opportunities to work itinerantly, elementaryor with middle school students (6th-8th grade). Provide essential support and therapy to help students thrive in their educational environments.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans for students.
- Provide direct occupational therapy services tailored to each student's needs.
- Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and parents to create a supportive learning environment.
- Monitor and assess student progress, making necessary adjustments to therapy plans.
- Promote sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and executive functioning in students.
Qualifications:
- Possession of a Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution, or a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy supplemented with relevant school-based experience.
- Valid state licensure as an occupational therapist in good standing.
- Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Preferential consideration is given to candidates with prior experience working with children in educational environments.
- Proficiency in sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and executive functioning.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply: Submit your resumeto Cindy.Skrine@blazerjobs.com. Please include "Occupational Therapist Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. OR Apply Here!
Keywords: Occupational Therapist, OT, Algonquin IL, School OT, Middle School Occupational Therapy, Itinerant OT, Full-time Occupational Therapist, Sensory Processing, Fine Motor Skills, NBCOT, School-based OT, Special Education
