Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Clinic

Join Helping Hand—a nationally recognized Best & Brightest Place to Work —as we grow our clinical team! We're seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to provide evidence-based, person-centered therapy to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across our outpatient clinic, day, and residential programs.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

• On-site position, weekdays.
• 40 hours per week.
• Salary range $71,000-$82,000/year (exempt).  
• Salary based on skills and experience.
• Quarterly bonus potential.
• 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match.

HELPING HAND PERKS:

• Purpose-driven work that changes lives.
• Tuition reimbursement and clear career growth opportunities.
• Traditional medical (BCBS of IL), dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability.
• Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support.
• Generous PTO including paid holidays, vacation, accrued sick time, and personal days.
• PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Deliver 1:1 OT services to clients of all ages.
• Maintain a caseload of 35 clients per week with 120+ billable hours per month.
• Conduct evaluations, create treatment plans, and deliver progress reports.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support clients through home programming and caregiver education.
• Participate in trainings, staff meetings, and team collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Education/Training:

• Master's or doctorate degree in occupational therapy.
• Current, unrestricted, active occupationl therapy license with the state of Illinois.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience working with individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Experience supervising Level I and Level II occupational therapy students (preferred).

Skill Sets:

• Ability to fulfill all necessary training requirements of the agency, including but not limited to, crisis management (crisis mangagement training includes de-escalataion strategies and physical management techniques).
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Exceptional problem-solving and time management skills.
• Proficient and comfortable with technology such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize multiple priorities as required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and proof of ongoing personal motor vehicle insurance.
• Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
• A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about to assist clients/students, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. 
• The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer). 
• Consistently position self to maintain files in file cabinets or assist clients/students. 
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. 
• The person in this position may encounter clients exhibiting physical aggression; must be comfortable working in periods of crisis and feel comfortable de-escalating individually or as a team.

Helping Hand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that embracing our differences strengthens our community and enhances the quality of care we provide.