COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Amy Zier + Associates is a pediatric therapy clinic in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL that specializes in the treatment of children with emotional regulation, autism, sensory integration disorders, ADD / ADHD and learning and emotional challenges. We utilize a relationship-based, developmental approach to therapy, which emphasizes the importance of the parent-child relationship in child development. Our ultimate goal is to help children develop skills necessary for self-regulation, sharing of attention, reciprocity, exploration, and learning.
JOB DESCRIPTION
OTs become an expert on each childs neurobiological profile and use this information to empower the child and all adults in the childs life. 1-5+ Years Experience. Flexible scheduling.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Evaluate and treat OT clients 26-30+ hours a week, (paid hourly so the more you work, the more you make) with scheduled time outside of sessions for clinical support, professional and personal development, and clinic meetings and supervision.
OTs PROMOTE CHILD DEVELOPMENT THROUGH :
Parent and family coaching and development
Observations and support in the school and home environment
Sibling, family sessions and support
AT AZ+A WE ARE DEDICATED TO :
Continued expertise in Sensory Integration and DIR Floortime
Interesting and creative environment
Opportunities for innovation and fun with therapeutic tools
WE OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS :
Competitive Pay with 3% Retirement Matching
Flexible work schedules, build your own caseload
Healthcare with Medica
Mental Health Support, DBP Skills and Process group for all
Case support with peer review and expert consultants
REQUIREMENTS
Playful, self-initiated, silly, can laugh at self
Excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills
Strong desire to learn along with professional drive
Recognize characteristicsin our own individual neurobiological profile and how these impact the therapeutic process; demonstrate consistent efforts toward individual emotional understanding and regulation as a result
Masters Degree or Higher
Minimum 1 Year experience for Junior Therapist, 3-5 Years for Senior Therapist
State and National License
Pediatric Occupational Therapist • Chicago, IL, US