Recreational Therapy Director jobs in Chicago, IL

Description

Do you want to join a private, pediatric-focused therapy clinic that is not managed by a large, faceless, distant, metrics-driven corporate employer? 

Is your goal to work in a multidisciplinary and collaborative therapy environment that helps children reach their full potential? 

Are you interested in a clinic that differentiates itself through specialty programs and services? 

Are you looking for an organization that ensures its employees have access to the latest research and resources to offer the best services possible?

Do you want to be employed at an organization that prioritizes work-life balance and the physical and mental health of its employees through a human-centered, supportive culture?  

Do you want to work in a culture that is defined by a growth mindset that includes challenging oneself, accountability matters and growing professionally. 

If you answered yes to these questions, please read about this exciting opportunity at Treehouse Pediatric Therapy! 

Treehouse Pediatric Therapy is a therapist-owned multidisciplinary pediatric outpatient clinic with locations in Woodridge and Batavia, IL. We provide core therapy services for clients aged 0-18 including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and ABA therapy. Additionally offered are specialized programs and services including pelvic floor therapy, feeding therapy, nutrition services, and neuro services. Treehouse's ultimate goal is to create meaningful change in clients' lives through an emphasis on a holistic therapeutic approach, involving families in carryover of care, and supporting employees' needs to allow them to provide the best services possible.    

Treehouse is hiring a Director for our growing service of physical therapy! Our physical therapy caseload is extremely varied and challenging with diagnoses ranging from torticollis, orthopedic conditions, serial casting, gait impairment, developmental delay, and neurological conditions. Additionally, Treehouse's physical therapy team distinguishes itself from other clinics as a leading, reputable provider of pediatric pelvic floor health and neuro services. We have strong established referral relationships with the top pediatric GIs, urologists and pediatric neurologists in the state. The training and development of a pelvic floor health caseload is encouraged, but not a requirement for this position. 

This position is full-time (30-40 hours/week) and is eligible for Treehouse's full-time benefits.

The candidate must be passionate about their field, interested in a collaborative environment, and align with the following pillars of a successful Treehouse employee:

• Be confident and have a growth mindset
• Be accountable to yourself and others
• Remember why you entered this field and the successes you've had
• Learn from your mistakes
• Support your colleagues and yourself
• Be authentic and accept each others' differences
• Embrace challenging situations
• Smile and have fun

Primary Responsibilities

• Use evidence based practices to guide interventions and implement appropriate treatment sessions
• Develop comprehensive plans of care that set up clients for progress in identified area(s) of concerns
• Communicate plan of care to parent(s)/caretaker(s) in a way that best encourages engagement and carryover of care for that family
• Complete treatment documentation that follows the company's documentation guidelines   
• Exhibit proficiency with many different types of cases across ages, diagnoses, and treatment types, and continue to broaden proficiencies and specialties through continuing education and sought out support when needed
• Be properly educated on all therapeutic services offered by the company to appropriately refer to another discipline if clients' needs exceed physical therapy scope
• Ensure the safety of clients and all individuals present during sessions, implementing behavior crisis management protocol when needed
• Complete appropriate lifts and transfers of clients to a safe position, which may include to/from a wheelchair    

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and a grow of team of pediatric physical therapists.  The ideal candidate will lead through example, motivate through supporting the team to hit their goals and ensure that each PT client receives the best potential outcome.
• Help steer and guide the company through being an effective member of the company’s leadership team
• Provide input on company initiatives, policies, and development
• Give constructive feedback to ownership in the best interest of the company's clients, employees, and financial well-being
• Supervise and oversee physical therapy department
• Supervise physical therapy fieldwork students
• Model a high level of professional expectations for others to emulate
• Create a positive morale and confidence among the physical therapy team
• Actively participate in and create marketing opportunities, including but not limited to presenting to referral sources and industry professionals, conducting screens at local preschools, and attending local community events

Employment Benefits

• Competitive pay and bonus structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement fund
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health club membership
• Support with and opportunities for professional development / continuing education
• Professional Crisis Management (PCM) safety training opportunities
• Exposure to a holistic therapeutic approach in a multidisciplinary team
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture 

Sign-On Bonus

A sign-on bonus will be awarded for this position. Bonus amount based on experience.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Possess advanced physical therapy degree (MPT or DPT)
• Hold active physical therapy licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Pediatric outpatient experience (preferred)
• Pediatric pelvic floor experience (preferred, not required)

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to be physically active and alert for extended periods of time and occasionally lift, move, and/or support up to 50 lbs. (and/or up to adult sized body weight with assistance)
  • May require some degree of physical interaction with clients who have difficulty controlling physical behavior
• Possess personal means of a reliable form of transportation 
• Ensure the safety and maintenance of company equipment provided and materials that is necessary for work as a physical therapist