School Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part Time, 3 days per week

Job Description

Invo Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of behavior, mental health and therapy services in schools, centers and communities.

We’re seeking talented, part time Occupational Therapists to join our school-based services team in DeKalb, IL.

Professional License Requirements:

Applicants are required to have the following, legally mandated certifications. Applicants without these requirements will not be considered.

• Have active state-level licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Hold a master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university
  
  

What to expect from this role:

Experience working in schools or with children is a plus but not required.

• Evaluate disorders and delays that affect students’ ability to perform daily activities and reach their educational goals
• Develop/improve individual’s ability to independently perform tasks
• Serve as member of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team for students with occupational therapy concerns
• Facilitate goals and objectives per child’s educational plan
• Maintain appropriate records
• Work in coordination with school personnel and parents to develop appropriate programs for eligible students
• Effectively communicate with teachers, administrators, and parents
• Perform other OT duties/responsibilities required by the Program and within the scope of licensure and/or certification
• Ensure all services are performed in accordance with state laws and regulations
  
  

How Invo Supports You

We know there’s more to life than a job, so we’ve put together a supportive package of insurances, allowances, and development tools to help you grow no matter your season of life.

-- Your Basics --

• Paid Time Off, with flat and accruing options so you can rest as needed
• Multiple medical & supplemental benefit options; from RBPs to PPOs, you're covered
• Professional Liability Coverage so you can focus with peace of mind
• Company sponsored Short-Term Disability, with additional options for long-term disability & critical illness
• Day-1 401(k) options with discretionary company match options
  
  

-- Professional Development --

• Up to $500 Professional Development allowance for items including subscriptions, education materials, classroom materials and more.
• Up to $225 per year Professional Membership Dues for organizations including ASHA, AOTA, NBCOT, APTA, and more.
• Licensure Reimbursement for qualifying licenses and expenses
• Unlimited access to a library of CEUs
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
  
  

-- Personalized Assistance --

• Your dedicated Employee Relationship Manager provides tailored support for you throughout your time at Invo, becoming a one-stop-shop to help navigate your career change
• We offer district intervention if you're struggling to find the support you need day-to-day
  
  

As a school-based opportunity, this role requires:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must have the ability to move freely throughout school facilities, including classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and therapy spaces.
• The position frequently involves bending, kneeling, crouching, and assisting students at their physical level (e.g., floor activities or adaptive seating).
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally assist students with mobility or transfers.
• Vision and hearing abilities must be sufficient to observe student behavior, read printed materials and digital screens, and communicate effectively.
• The employee must be able to maintain visual and auditory attention to ensure student safety and engagement throughout the school day.
• Work is typically performed in a school environment with moderate noise levels and frequent movement between classrooms or buildings.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to body fluids or communicable diseases while performing job duties and must follow district and company safety protocols.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
  
  

Who is Invo Healthcare?

Invo Healthcare has been providing therapy services to children for 30 years in school-based contracts and clinics, with the mission of inspiring and nurturing growth for all learners.

The Invo team is comprised of education and therapy leaders who have a keen understanding of how to meet the unique needs of school districts, children and families and help them succeed. Each of our employees are wholeheartedly committed to providing positive outcomes for children and helping them shine in their own way.

Learn more about Invo at: www.invocompanies.com