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Soliant

School Occupational Therapist | Peoria, Illinois

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$88,059 / year median in Illinois

-2% projected decline

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Job Description

Step into a vital part-time opportunity supporting young learners and families in a collaborative early childhood setting. This contract role offers the chance to apply your occupational therapy expertise over two flexible days per week throughout the full school year, making a significant impact within a nurturing birth-to-five program that includes Head Start and Early Head Start. While you'll travel to three engaging sites, a designated home base will help anchor your days and foster meaningful relationships with colleagues.
Key Qualifications & Preferred Experience:
Licensed Occupational Therapist Prior experience in school-based, early intervention, or pediatric settings Strong understanding of
IEP/ISSP
processes and collaborative service delivery Effective communicator, especially when working alongside families and multidisciplinary teams Comfortable supporting home visitors and adjusting approaches to diverse program environments
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Delivering direct and consultative OT services for children ages birth to five, focusing on developmental, sensory, and functional skill-building Engaging collaboratively with district IEP teams and Head Start staff to ensure quality, individualized care Providing guidance and resources to parents, enabling them to best support their children's growth and participation at home Traveling between multiple program sites as scheduled, and assisting home visitors when OT intervention is included in a plan Maintaining documentation, participating in team meetings, and advocating for student-centered supports Enjoy the flexibility to shape your part-time schedule, positively influence early learning experiences, and promote family involvement from the ground up. Every day brings the chance to foster developmental milestones and enrich young lives in a supportive educational environment. If you are an enthusiastic, relationship-driven Occupational Therapist eager to champion young children and their families, apply today to make a lasting difference across this dynamic early childhood program! Compensation for this position ranges from $39.46 to $59.46. 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. #p31