Occupational Therapist (OT)

BY YOUR SIDE-Autism Therapy Services • Crystal Lake, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The BY YOUR SIDE Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create and maintain therapy plans that address sensory processing, attention, executive functioning, fine motor, gross motor, self help, ADLs, adaptive play and leisure skills. This role involves participating in an initial multidisciplinary evaluation process for new clients, and subsequently evaluating, creating, and maintaining a comprehensive therapy plan for each client. The OT will provide individual and group therapy focusing on areas such as fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, feeding, and social skills. A key aspect of the role is interacting with and educating caregivers on helpful therapy approaches and in-home strategies to facilitate generalization of skills, while also ensuring a team-based, collaborative approach for therapy planning and implementation. The position requires maintaining a current Illinois license, NBCOT certification, and necessary continuing education requirements, as well as adhering to the ethical standards of the profession (AOTA and ILOTA guidelines) and ensuring HIPAA Compliance. Supervision of support personnel like COTAs/OTAs and interns may be required. Direct therapy responsibilities include providing a minimum of 32 hours of therapy per week and maintaining timely professional documentation for direct patient care, including pre-authorizations, initial evaluations, assessments, insurance reports, and progress reports.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy
• State Licensed Occupational Therapist
• Must complete and maintain certification in CPI 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
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (Unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time)

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create and maintain therapy plans that address sensory processing, attention, executive functioning, fine motor, gross motor, self help, ADLs, adaptive play and leisure skills
• 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 and group 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
• Other Duties and special projects as assigned
• 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

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $79K+ Annually + Bonuses (no caps)
• Student Loan Repayment: up to $10K
• Work-Life Balance: flexible schedule with 1 remote day or 4 day work week!
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees