Occupational Therapist

Playthinks•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PLAY THINKS is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide clinic-based therapy to children in a play-based, multidisciplinary setting. The therapist meets with clients to discuss treatment needs and goals, assesses their conditions and environments, and develops individualized therapy plans. The role includes helping clients improve fine motor skills, cognitive function, and daily activities; recommending and teaching adaptive equipment use; and supporting families with strategies for home carryover. The therapist collaborates with families, caregivers, and other providers, maintains thorough documentation and compliance, and participates in supervision, training, and professional development. PLAY THINKS is a nonprofit focused on creating an interactive play space for neurodivergent and neurotypical learners. Its approach is rooted in Feuerstein cognitive modifiability and uses dynamic, creative strategies to foster growth and development. This is a part-time, clinic-based position scheduled after school Monday through Thursday and on Sundays. Occasional travel to schools or community settings may be required. The posting lists compensation as $30.00–$50.00 per month.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Illinois.
0–3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Comprehensive understanding of clinical social work practices.
Knowledge of community resources and social services.
Proficiency with data collection or health record systems.
Ability to handle high-stress situations calmly.
Strong ethical standards and confidentiality practices.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Good organization and time-management skills.
Strong commitment to ongoing professional development.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical or healthcare setting.
Experience in a pediatric outpatient setting.
Experience in multidisciplinary clinic settings.
Experience in feeding therapy, reflex, and sensory integration.
Familiarity with culturally aligned or community-based programming.
Experience with therapy documentation systems.

Responsibilities

Assess clients’ conditions, medical histories, and home or work environments to determine rehabilitation needs.
Develop individualized, goal-oriented programs to improve fine motor skills, cognitive function, and daily activities.
Customize treatment to each client’s current abilities and goals.
Re-evaluate clients, monitor progress toward goals, and adjust treatment plans as abilities change.
Recommend adaptive equipment and teach clients how to use it.
Coach families and support people in creating home sensory diets.
Maintain accurate and timely session documentation, including evaluation reports, progress notes, and treatment plans.
Comply with insurance, regulatory, organizational, legal, ethical, and HIPAA confidentiality requirements.
Communicate with families about progress and goals; provide education, strategies, and resources for home carryover; and respond to questions and concerns professionally and promptly.
Collaborate with BCBAs, social workers, speech-language pathologists, healthcare providers, educators, and other providers.
Participate in team meetings and case discussions, and align therapy goals with interdisciplinary treatment plans.
Maintain licensure and required certifications; participate in supervision, training, and professional development; and stay current with best practices in behavioral health services.