Travel School Occupational Therapist - Kankakee, Illinois

Travel School Occupational Therapist - Kankakee, Illinois

Embark on your next professional adventure as an Occupational Therapist specializing in school-based settings with an exciting travel opportunity near Kankakee, IL! Traveling for work not only unlocks premium compensation and non-taxable stipends, it also offers expansive job security, healthcare coverage, and support for your future with a 401(k) retirement plan. Enjoy assistance every step of the way as you build your career, accessing a rewarding compensation structure and robust benefits.

Kankakee, IL serves as a gateway to rich midwestern charm, featuring scenic riverfront parks, vibrant arts, and quick access to Chicagos world-class culture. Relocating here for your travel assignment provides the chance to expand your resume in a renowned school system, deepen your clinical expertise through exposure to diverse caseloads, and work alongside professionals employing a variety of approaches. Enjoy discovering hidden gems, trying out new activities, and experiencing small-town friendliness paired with city excitement during your stay.

Joining this assignment will allow you to strengthen your skill set by supporting a middle school population onsite, learning from a new educational environment, and adding sought-after school-based experience to your portfolio. Advance your practice while making a genuine impact in students lives, and enjoy the adventure of exploring new surroundings during your downtime.

Qualifications:

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist (OT) license required
• Previous experience in a school setting strongly preferred
• Expertise supporting middle school aged students is beneficial
• Ability to work onsite 37.5 hours per week
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy to middle school students onsite
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized intervention plans
• Collaborate with educators, families, and other support staff
• Maintain compliance with state and district guidelines
• Document progress and attend relevant meetings

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with 401(k) options
• Weekly competitive compensation package

Bring your career to new heights while enriching lives and enjoying new experiences! Apply today to join a thriving school setting near Kankakee, IL, and unlock the adventure and growth that comes with a travel therapy assignment.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $55.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.