Pediatric Occupational Therapist - North Aurora

Job Description

Soar Autism Center is actively seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our growing team . At Soar, we are building a network of interdisciplinary clinics that provide transformative services for children with autism and their families.

Our focus is on early intervention, comprehensive support services, and fostering positive, developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to the individual needs of each child and family.

We specialize in integrated autism care specifically designed for young children with autism.

Role Overview :

As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar, you will :

Design and execute naturalistic occupational therapy for young children aged 2-6 years in a center-based environment.

Develop targeted interventions to enhance clients' gross motor, fine motor skills, feeding abilities, and performance in other daily activities.

Conduct comprehensive multidisciplinary assessments and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical domains (ABA, speech therapy, psychology), including conducting co-treatments with the speech therapy team.

Provide coaching and mentorship to a team of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), guiding them in integrating OT goals into their therapy sessions and supporting their professional development.

Regularly monitor client progress, revising treatment plans and objectives as needed, and ensuring effective communication with team members and families.

Forge strong partnerships with families, setting collaborative goals, fostering meaningful relationships, communicating progress, and offering dedicated coaching and support throughout their journey.

Qualifications :

A degree in Occupational Therapy with a focus on pediatrics or a similar field

Current licensure as a Occupational Therapist

Experience in working with children with autism or related developmental disorders

Strong understanding of and commitment to early intervention and integrated care approaches

Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a passion for supporting the growth and development of children with autism

What You'll Get

Quality medical ($0 deductible), dental, and vision plans

A company 401K with company contribution after a year of service

11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off

Options for 4x10 or 5x8 work schedules for full time OTs

A Time for You program to take extra time off work when you need it

Short-term disability for all staff covered by Soar

Student loan reimbursement assistance

Receive trainings and continuing education, and work with national experts in occupational therapy

Real multidisciplinary collaboration with a team of other autism care professionals. Most centers have additional SLPs, OTs, and BCBAs for teaming and collaboration.

This includes client overlaps and weekly interdisciplinary care meetings

A mission deeply focused on care quality for kids and high- quality, ethical services to their families

A culture that cares about you! Shout outs, boo yahs, and staff appreciations for your

hard work

Opportunities to grow your career in a growing organization : multiple opportunities and

avenues for career advancement as a clinician

Come grow your career as an Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Soar Autism Center!

Applications for this position will be accepted on a rolling deadline.