Occupational Therapy

Health Advocates Network is seeking a **Occupational Therapy** to work at a Facility in **La Salle, IL.** This is a registry position with our company.

**Pay Rate:** $57 / hour

*W2

**Shift Details:**

+ Class: OT Shift: 1 Start: 06:45:00 End: 15:15:00

**Core Benefits:**

+ Health, dental, and vision insurance

+ State pension or retirement plan (e.g., STRS/TRS)

+ Paid time off (sick, personal, holidays, summer breaks)

+ Life and disability insurance

**Career Development:**

+ Tuition reimbursement or stipends for advanced degrees

+ Professional development and continuing education

+ Mentorship for new teachers

**Financial Incentives:**

+ Sign-on bonuses (in high-need areas)

+ Student loan forgiveness (e.g., PSLF, TEACH Grant)

+ Stipends for extra duties or working with high-needs students

**Support & Wellness:**

+ Mental health and wellness programs

+ Access to classroom aides or paraprofessionals

+ Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

**Work Environment:**

+ Smaller class sizes

+ Collaborative IEP teams

+ Union support and collective bargaining

**Duties:**

+ **Assessment** : Evaluate patients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities through observation, interviews, and standardized tests.

+ **Treatment Planning** : Develop personalized therapy plans based on individual needs, goals, and abilities.

+ **Therapy Sessions** : Guide patients through exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques that improve motor skills, strength, coordination, and cognitive function.

+ **Equipment Recommendations** : Suggest adaptive tools, assistive devices, or modifications to the home or workplace to facilitate daily tasks.

+ **Collaboration** : Work closely with other healthcare professionals (e.g., doctors, physical therapists, speech therapists) to ensure comprehensive patient care.

+ **Patient Education** : Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve independence, safety, and well-being.

+ **Progress Monitoring** : Track patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and document improvements or setbacks.

+ **Support** : Provide emotional and mental health support to help patients cope with the impact of their condition on daily life.

**Qualifications:**

+ **Minimum 1-year previous working experience as a Occupational Therapist**

+ Ability to build rapport with patients

+ Compassionate and caring demeanor

+ Familiarity with medical terminology

+ CPR card issued by the American Heart Association

+ Must have up to date certification in the state of **IL**

If interested, please apply through this job post. You may fax a copy of your most recent resume to .... If you have any questions, please feel free to call at ... and ask to speak with **Cameron** Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability