Hybrid Occupational Therapist

at Heartland Alliance

• Job title: Occupational Therapist
• Job type: Part Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $25 - $35 per hour
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Occupational Therapist providing trauma-informed and culturally responsive services for survivors of torture and severe trauma. Delivering individual and group therapy, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trauma-informed, culturally and linguistically responsive occupational therapy services to individuals and families impacted by torture, forced displacement, and severe trauma.
• Conduct individual and group assessments and interventions on-site, in community settings, and virtually as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams — including clinical, case management, medical, legal, and social service providers — to support participant goals and holistic care.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and professional standards.
• Provide clinical supervision to OT students in alignment with AOTA guidelines and contribute to internal training and capacity building efforts.
• Participate in program development, including reviewing clinical policies, contributing to grant reporting, and supporting evaluation efforts.
• Represent the Marjorie Kovler Center in local and national coalitions, workgroups, and community partnerships.
• Provide education and training to staff, volunteers, and external partners on the role of occupational therapy in trauma recovery and forced migration contexts.
• Demonstrate adaptability and initiative in a cross-cultural, trauma-informed environment.
• Participate in regular individual supervision, team meetings, and professional development activities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, ethical standards, and applicable licensing requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum of 3–4 years of professional experience in occupational therapy, preferably in community-based or trauma-informed settings.
• At least 2–3 years of experience working with immigrant, refugee, or other vulnerable populations.
• Experience providing clinical supervision to OT students in accordance with AOTA standards.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary collaboration in clinical environments.
• Experience working with interpreters in both individual and group settings is highly desirable.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus, especially in languages represented by the client population.

Benefits

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