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The Valens Group

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Contractor)

The Valens Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


*ABOUT VALENS GROUP*

We're proud to be one of Chicago's top-rated pediatric therapy centers offering private therapy. Valens Group therapy providers are encouraged to thrive in their field through collaboration, lifelong learning, and reliable support as valued members of an upbeat team. We are protective of our positive and supportive workplace culture and looking to add members with similar philosophies and attitudes.

Valens Group is dedicated to helping children achieve their goals by bringing together families and quality therapy providers. Our skilled team offers a full range of services, including multidisciplinary evaluation, Speech Therapy, Feeding Therapy, Developmental Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and a Deaf and Hard of Hearing program.

*Occupational Therapist (Early Intervention)*

Are you an EXPERIENCED Occupational Therapist who has thrived working with young children and supporting families? We are welcoming independent providers to join our team's mission to empower children and families to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.

Valens Group is seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist who is organized, proactive, patient, compassionate, warm, and spirited. Experience as an Illinois Early intervention provider, strong assessment, and documentation skills are essential.

Early Intervention positions are known to be relatively autonomous. Valens Group strives to offer a competitive package for our independent contractors by offering great pay and billing support for EI clients. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who is able to maintain professional and proactive communication with Early Intervention Service Coordinators for referrals. We would love for them to be reliable, culturally competent, and able to interact with families across cultures with diverse values, beliefs, and feelings. You have the option to work closely with in-house interpreters to assist with any relevant cases requiring interpretation. Our wonderful interpreters will also help with schedule management as well as developing cultural competence skills.

*Benefits*

· Competitive pay

· Freedom to design your own schedule and route

· Option to service Chicago and/or surrounding suburbs

· In-house professional development

· Monthly team meetings to collaborate with co-workers and discuss therapeutic topics

· Social outings/gatherings

· Bonuses

As part of our team, you will have a rewarding career on many levels. You will have the opportunity to give back to your community while making a lifelong impact on children and families. There are many Early Intervention agencies, yet Valens Group prides itself on valuing and supporting each team member as an individual – which is undoubtedly reflected in the superior services our therapists provide.

Compensation is based on experience and productivity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

Medical Specialty:* PediatricsSchedule:* Choose your own hours

License/Certification:* Illinois Early Intervention License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:* Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

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