Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Machesney Park Clinic - Machesney Park, IL 61115

Overview

Salary Range $73,000.00 - $103,500.00 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Job Shift Full Time: 80 hours per pay period Education Level Graduate Degree Category Occupational Therapy

Description

Why Join Westside?

At Westside, we believe therapy should be fun, collaborative, and life-changing. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll hone your skills and specialize in areas like Sensory Integration Therapy, Feeding Therapy, and Pediatric Mental Health while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Clinical Counselors, and ABA professionals.

Perks & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $73,000 - $103,500, aligned with skills and experience
• Realistic Productivity Expectations: 26 Direct Treatment Hours per Week
• Up to $14,000 Annual Bonus for Exceeding Productivity Goals
• Comprehensive Benefits, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
• CEU & Professional Development Reimbursement
• Team Approach with Structured Mentorship & Training
• Fun, Collaborative Culture: team events, celebrations, and supportive leadership

What You'll Do:

• Assess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessary
• Identify and implement therapeutic interventions that help develop client's fine motor skills, cognition, language skills, self care skills, regulation, and more
• Provide support and guidance to the clients' family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatment

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program
• Successfully pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• OT licensure or license eligible, in the state of Illinois

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You have a creative mindset for making sessions enjoyable for pediatric clients
• You have a collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
• You have a passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric population
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills