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Remote Live chat specialist
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We are seeking a talented Remote Live Chat Specialist to join our Customer Support team. As a Remote Live Chat Specialist, you will be responsible for providing real-time support to our customers through online chat. This role requires excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centric mindset.
Responsibilities:- Engage with customers in real-time through online chat to provide support and assistance
- Resolve customer inquiries, issues, and complaints in a timely and professional manner
- Identify and escalate priority issues to the appropriate team members
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and transactions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the overall customer experience
- Previous experience in customer service or a related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in using live chat software and other customer support tools
- Customer service
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
If you are a proactive and customer-focused individual who thrives in a remote work environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Remote Live Chat Specialist!
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Remote Receptionist
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We are seeking a Remote Receptionist to join our team. As the first point of contact for our organization, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service to our clients. This position offers the flexibility of working remotely while still being an integral part of our administrative team.
Responsibilities:- Answer and direct incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner
- Manage and distribute incoming emails and messages
- Assist with scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars
- Provide administrative support to various departments as needed
- Ensure all office supplies are stocked and ordered as necessary
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role preferred
If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for providing exceptional customer service, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Remote Receptionist!
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Database Administrator
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and tech-savvy Entry-Level Database Administrator (DBA) to support our IT and e-commerce operations. The DBA will assist in maintaining, securing, and optimizing our databases, ensuring the smooth operation of our systems that manage product inventory, customer data, and business analytics.
No prior experience is required—training and mentorship will be provided. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or career changers looking to start in IT.
Key Responsibilities- Monitor, maintain, and update company databases under supervision.
- Assist with data backups, restores, and disaster recovery processes.
- Support the development and maintenance of database-driven applications (e.g., inventory systems, POS).
- Ensure database security and access control protocols.
- Help run reports and queries for departments like sales and logistics.
- Work with IT team to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.
- Maintain documentation related to data structure, usage, and standards.
- Basic knowledge of databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Microsoft SQL Server.
- Familiarity with data entry, queries, or spreadsheet software (Excel/Google Sheets).
- Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
- Willingness to learn and follow technical instructions.
- High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is a plus.
- Exposure to SQL queries or scripting.
- Experience with cloud-based systems or ERP platforms.
- Knowledge of e-commerce platforms and data management.
- Supportive and growth-focused work culture
- Flexible hours and hybrid/remote options
- Opportunities to learn modern tools and systems
- Discounts on all our home décor products
- Be part of a creative, design-driven brand
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Occupational Therapist
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PRN availability at a minimum of 8 hours of patient care per month (more availability as needed).
Occupational Therapist Career Opportunity
Are you in pursuit of a career that's more than a job, one that aligns with your heart and community? We believe in the power of creating positive change within local communities through exceptional Occupational Therapy services, empowering individuals toward independence and an improved quality of life. Envision the opportunity to profoundly impact patients' lives, providing vital care and support, and contributing to inspiring outcomes. If this resonates, you're in the right place. As an Occupational Therapist, your role thrives on recognizing the significance of small victories in driving substantial change. Utilize your specialized skills to deliver top-tier, compassionate, and personalized care to our rehabilitation patients. Embrace a supportive team environment infused with motivation and joy in their work, granting access to cutting-edge technology. Start a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits, ensuring your peace of mind and professional growth from day one. Welcome to a fulfilling career journey where your care brings lasting impact and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our World
Whether you're laying the foundation of your career or a seasoned Occupational Therapist in search of a nurturing environment to call home, we are confident you'll feel the difference the moment you join our team. Being at Encompass Health means being a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, united for the greater good of our patients. Our recognitions, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us immensely proud.
Benefits That Begin With You
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
- A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.
Be the Occupational Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be
Your impactful journey involves:
- Providing direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy.
- Guiding patients by supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
- Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
- Celebrating patient victories along the way.
Qualifications
- Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
- CPR certification.
- Master's Degree preferred, or Bachelor's Degree plus sufficient experience in the field.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
We're looking forward to meeting you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together.
CNC Machinist 2ND Shift
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Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.
Company Overview:
If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!
Role Summary:
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
First Shift: M-F 4pm-12:30am
Shift Differential: 10%
Responsibilities Include:
- Operating Machine or Equipment – Operate basic equipment and machines and carry out routine tasks.
- Operations Management – Carry out operational tasks by following established processes.
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair - Help to maintain and repair equipment by carrying out preparations and providing assistance.
- Health, Safety and Environment – Follow basic mandatory work instructions to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
- Operational Compliance – Follow a straightforward mandatory procedure to ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal codes of conduct.
- Internal Communications – Exchange information with people by having courteous interactions with them.
- Policy and procedures - Works with guidance to understand policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- HS Diploma / GED and / or 0-2 years relevant experience
- 2+ years machining experience in a manufacturing or repair environment
- CNC Lathe and setup experience
- Precision Equipment Utilization – Interpret and use precision measuring equipment/instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and depth gauges.
- Instructions and Drawings – Ability to read and interpret blueprints and geometric tolerances.
Preferred Experience / Skills:
- Previous manufacturing experience
- CNC programming experience.
The pay range for this position is $21.66 - $32.55 per hour, depending upon experience.
Benefits Starting From Day 1:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)
- Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources
- Educational Assistance Program
- Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation)
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Req ID : R-15391
Job Family Group : Operations
Job Family : OP Machining
EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers. com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to com. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process.
CNC Machinist 2ND Shift
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Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.
Company Overview:
If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!
Role Summary:
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
First Shift: M-F 4pm-12:30am
Shift Differential: 10%
Responsibilities Include:
- Operating Machine or Equipment – Operate basic equipment and machines and carry out routine tasks.
- Operations Management – Carry out operational tasks by following established processes.
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair - Help to maintain and repair equipment by carrying out preparations and providing assistance.
- Health, Safety and Environment – Follow basic mandatory work instructions to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
- Operational Compliance – Follow a straightforward mandatory procedure to ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal codes of conduct.
- Internal Communications – Exchange information with people by having courteous interactions with them.
- Policy and procedures - Works with guidance to understand policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- HS Diploma / GED and / or 0-2 years relevant experience
- 2+ years machining experience in a manufacturing or repair environment
- CNC Lathe and setup experience
- Precision Equipment Utilization – Interpret and use precision measuring equipment/instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and depth gauges.
- Instructions and Drawings – Ability to read and interpret blueprints and geometric tolerances.
Preferred Experience / Skills:
- Previous manufacturing experience
- CNC programming experience.
The pay range for this position is $21.66 - $32.55 per hour, depending upon experience.
Benefits Starting From Day 1:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)
- Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources
- Educational Assistance Program
- Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation)
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Req ID : R-15391
Job Family Group : Operations
Job Family : OP Machining
EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers. com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to com. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process.
Physical Therapist
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Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care First
Are you seeking a fulfilling career that feels like home and lets you make a meaningful impact? At Encompass Health, you'll find an opportunity to provide exceptional care and support to our patients, witnessing their remarkable progress firsthand. As a Physical Therapist, your specialized skills will help deliver high-quality, compassionate care, allowing you the time to deeply understand and guide patients on their rehabilitation journey. Our well-equipped physical therapy gyms, backed by the latest technology, foster a supportive, driven, and welcoming environment. From day one, you'll experience a rewarding career and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your peace of mind and professional growth. Welcome to a place where your passion for care fuels remarkable progress and fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our World
Whether you're at the early stages of your career, seeking to build a strong foundation, or an experienced Physical Therapist in search of a better environment to call home, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means being with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take immense pride in our career growth opportunities and how our team collaborates for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us truly remarkable.
Our Commitment to You
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional advancement.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans for a secure financial future.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
- A community of individuals passionate about what they do.
Be the Physical Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be
Your journey involves:
- Providing direct inpatient care to patients in need of physical therapy.
- Supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and addressing patient concerns.
- Building meaningful relationships with patients by taking the time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs to support their recovery.
- Celebrating every victory along the way.
Qualifications
- Current licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
- CPR certification.
- Master's Degree preferred, or Bachelor's Degree plus sufficient experience in the field.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a difference together!
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Speech Pathologist
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Welcome to Encompass Health: Where Compassion Meets Speech Therapy
Are you searching for a career that aligns with your passion and brings fulfillment close to home? At Encompass Health, we greet you like an old friend, fostering a sense of belonging right from the beginning. Imagine the chance to make a profound difference in your community by providing essential therapy and unwavering support to patients. Join our team as a Speech Pathologist and become a pivotal figure in assisting patients in overcoming speech and communication challenges. You'll find a supportive environment where small victories create monumental impacts and where you'll have access to cutting-edge technology while working for the nation's largest rehabilitation company. If this resonates with you, you're in the perfect place to make a meaningful impact.
A Glimpse into Our World
Whether you're beginning your career or a seasoned Speech Pathologist looking for a nurturing environment to call home, we're confident you'll feel the difference the moment you join our team. Being a part of Encompass Health means being a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, united for the greater good of our patients. Our recognitions, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us immensely proud.
Benefits That Begin With You
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
- A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.
Embrace Your Role as a Speech Pathologist
Your impactful journey involves:
- Evaluating, assessing, developing, and administering personalized treatment plans for patients with speech and language rehabilitation needs.
- Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary.
- Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment.
- Celebrating patient victories along the way.
Qualifications
- Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
- Successful completion of SLP Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC).
- CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Master's degree preferred, or Bachelor's degree with field experience.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
We're looking forward to meeting you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!
Registered Nurse
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Hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN. Days and nights available.
Registered Nurse Career Opportunity
Respected and valued for your Registered Nurse skill set.
Are you looking for a career that's close to your heart and close to home? For many of us, it's more than shorter commutes. At Encompass Health, you'll feel at home, welcomed in like we've known each other for years. Picture the opportunity to impact your community by providing care and support and being part of inspiring outcomes. Does that sound good to you? Good. Then you're in the right place.
As a Registered Nurse, you know that small successes can have the biggest impacts. You'll use your specialized skills to provide high-quality, compassionate, individualized care for our patients, allowing you time to get to know them and help them achieve their goals during their rehabilitation journey. You'll have access to the latest equipment and technology and work with team members who are collaborative, supportive and welcoming. Enjoy a rewarding career and benefits package that starts the same day you do, giving you the peace of mind and the work/life balance you deserve.
A little about us:
We're confident you'll see the difference the moment you join our team. Working at Encompass Health means working with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We're proud of our career growth opportunities and how our team members work together for the greater good of our patients. We've been named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among others, which is pretty amazing.
Our benefits start day one:
- Affordable medical, dental and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A community of people who love what they do. Yes, we see that as a benefit.
Be the Registered Nurse you've always wanted to be:
- Help patients by supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
- Enjoy building rewarding relationships with patients and their families and learn about their physical, mental and emotional needs to help them recover.
- Communicate and collaborate with other departments to coordinate care, assist with direct patient care, answer call lights, and delegate as needed.
- Be a resource for the staff when they have questions or need assistance with complex patient needs.
- Celebrate patient wins along the way.
Required Certifications and Licensures:
- Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
- CPR certification required (ACLS preferred).
- CRRN certification to be obtained within a year of meeting the eligibility requirements.
- At least one year of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting (within the last five years).
We proudly set the standard for excellence in care, leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive and remaining stronger together. We're a recognized, trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 locations nationwide and 36,000 exceptional people (and growing)!
Encompass Health is proud of our welcoming and inclusive culture. We offer equal employment opportunities regardless of a person's race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental disability, physical disability or any other protected classification.
We can't wait to meet with you and we mean that.
Occupational Therapist
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The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has set ambitious goals to ensure that every child—in every school and every neighborhood—has access to a world-class learning experience from birth, resulting in graduation from high school college- and career-ready.
Under the IDEA an occupational therapist provides services to a student within their least restrictive environment to help each student benefit from his or her special education program. Occupational therapy services address performance within an educational context, including classroom lessons and activities, self-help skills, prevocational and vocational activities, play and leisure, and social skills. Outcomes are directed toward improved student participation in the general education curriculum, access to the school environment, and participation in extracurricular activities.
The OT evaluates students through skilled professional observation, therapeutic handling, record review, and parent, student, and teacher interviews. OTs interpret assessment findings and appropriately communicate information to parents and school teams through written and oral means. The OT collaborates with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans to address the students’ unique needs.
The position will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
- Improving manipulative skills for self-care and paper/pencil tasks through reach, grasp and dexterity.
- Enhancing school transitions and participation in educational activities by providing environmental accommodations.
- Enhancing comfort, participation and attending by maintaining functional postures.
- Increasing functional use of hands and visual regard by providing stable positions.
- Ensuring independence in feeding for safety and nourishment.
- Facilitating safety in the school environment by decreasing the possibility of injury to student’s self or others as he/she moves or performs skills/tasks.
- Improving success for small muscle school tasks by increasing coordination of eye-hand movements.
- Facilitating access to and mobility within school by assessing and changing the environment.
- Increasing functional use of extremities through use of adapted equipment.
- Enhancing ability to learn through sensorimotor activities that address motor planning, attending and behavior issues.
- Promoting competency and safety of educational staff in body mechanics, handling techniques, motor skills and classroom adaptations.
- Facilitating student’s independence through access to assistive technology.
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Occupational Therapist must possess the following qualifications:
Type of Education Required :
The OT must pass the National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy. OT must hold a current and active Illinois license to practice as issued by the IL Department of Professional Regulations. This license must be renewed every two years upon payment on or before December 31st of given renewal year. In addition, the IL OT practice act mandates 24 hours of continuing education per license renewal cycle.
Type of Experience and Number of Years : The OT must have a Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program as approved by the AOTA.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
- OT evaluates students through skilled professional observation, therapeutic handling, record review, and parent, student, and teacher interviews. OTs interprets assessment findings and appropriately communicates information to parents and school teams through written and oral means.
- The OT collaborates with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans to address the students’ unique needs using evidence based practices.
- Develops and implements individualized OT intervention strategies.
- Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding effective coordination of services.
- Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding transition from school to community, preparing student to function independently when outlined outcomes are achieved.
- Documents all OT services provided within a timely manner as outlined by the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services. Evaluates and documents student progress in accordance with the ILOTA as well as school district, State and Federal policies.
- Addresses personal care, student role, interaction skills, process skills, play, community integration/work, graphic communication, needs for assistive technology, accessibility, environmental accommodations as required to access their educational environment through collaboration and participation with school staff.
- Seeks regular opportunities for professional growth.
- Participates in clinical educational opportunities for students of occupational therapy.
- Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice as defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Provides direct supervision of occupational therapy assistants in accordance with Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act.