BY YOUR SIDE Autism Therapy Services · 3 months ago
Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)
BY YOUR SIDE Autism Therapy Services is dedicated to providing comprehensive therapy services for children with autism. The Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create and maintain therapy plans, focusing on various developmental skills and ensuring effective communication with families.
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Responsibilities
Participate in an initial multidisciplinary evaluation process to help evaluate new clients
Evaluate, create, and maintain a comprehensive therapy plan for each client
Provide individual therapy to clients focusing on a variety of areas including but not limited to: fine and gross motor, sensory processing, feeding and social skills
Interact with and educate caregivers on helpful therapy approaches and in-home strategies to facilitate generalization of skills
Provide team-based, collaborative approach for therapy planning and implementation
Maintain current Illinois license, NBCOT certification, and necessary continuing education requirements
Adhere to the ethical standards of the profession- AOTA and ILOTA guidelines and ensure HIPAA Compliance
Supervise support personnel COTAs/OTAs and interns when necessary
Provide a minimum of 32 hours of therapy per week
Maintain timely professional documentation of clinical notes for direct patient care provided
Completion of documentation for all pre-authorizations, initial evaluations, assessments, insurance reports, and progress reports
Qualification
Required
Master's or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy
State Licensed Occupational Therapist
Must complete and maintain certification in Safety Care training (Will train on site)
CPR/First Aid Certified or will train on site
Knowledge of discipline specific assessment tools and procedures
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and deliver therapy independently
Must possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong Interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member
Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, execute on deadlines and produce high quality deliverables with attention to details
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Benefits
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule with remote opportunities
Generous Time Off: Over 6 weeks per year, including PTO, holidays, and wellness days.
Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance!
Incredible Perks: Like monthly + biannual bonuses
Career Growth: Structured advancement opportunities and continuing education support.
Positive Culture: We value teamwork, celebrate wins, and foster a fun, inclusive environment.
Company
BY YOUR SIDE Autism Therapy Services
By Your Side Autism Therapy Services is Dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum.