Occupational Therapist Assistant

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    Tiskilwa, IL 61368 Phone (815) 646-8031 Fax (815) 646-8087 IASA Region Starved Rock County Bureau Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Occupational Therapist Grade Level Other. We know this role requires flexibility and time on the road, so we've built supports to match: Flex time approach to support scheduling across multiple buildings.

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    WHAT YOU'LL DO

    As a COTA at BMP, you will:

    Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist

    Support students across multiple districts with sensory motor and functional needs

    Conduct screenings and assist in evaluations

    Participate in IEP and eligibility meetings to help teams make informed decisions

    Collaborate daily with teachers, related service providers, and building teams

    Help implement interventions, supports, and adaptive equipment

    Communicate consistently with supervising OTs regarding caseload and student progress

    Maintain clear, timely documentation

    Support families in understanding their child's needs when appropriate

    Qualifications

    Illinois License as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Ability to collaborate and problem-solve with teams

    Strong communication skills and professionalism

    Salary/Benefits

    BENEFITS THAT MATTER

    We know this role requires flexibility and time on the road, so we've built supports to match:

    • Flex time approach to support scheduling across multiple buildings

    • Full IMRF benefit paid by BMP

    • Health insurance benefit

    • Life insurance policy

    • Personal development stipend to support continued growth

    • Mileage reimbursement for travel between multiple sites during the workday

    • Regionally competitive rate

    Additional Notes

    WHAT MAKES BMP DIFFERENT

    Strong, collaborative motor team. You are not working in isolation

    Consistent support from the supervising Occupational Therapist

    Opportunity to impact multiple districts and a wide range of student needs

    A cooperative that prioritizes both compliance and quality practice

    WHERE YOU'LL WORK

    BMP serves 14 districts in north-central Illinois

    Most of your time will be spent in districts, with a central office in Tiskilwa (just south of Princeton, right off I-80)

    Easy drive from:

    Peoria (50 min) | Quad Cities (1 hr) | Bloomington-Normal (1 hr 15 min)

    Rockford + western suburbs (1 hr 30 min)

    How to Apply

    Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation to Mallory Boehm-Benassi via mail or email.

    PO Box 239, Tiskilwa, IL 61368

    mbenassi@bmpspeced.org

    Email Address

    mbenassi@bmpspeced.org

    Position Website

    https://sites.google.com/bmpspeced.org/bmpspeced/career-opportunities/ota

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    Job Posting Date

    4/7/2026

    Application Deadline

    5/29/2026

    Start Date

    8/10/2026

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    District Name BMP Tri-Co. Sp. Ed. Coop. Building Name Address 400 N. Galena PO Box 239

    Tiskilwa, IL 61368 Phone (815) 646-8031 Fax (815) 646-8087 IASA Region Starved Rock County Bureau Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Occupational Therapist Grade Level Other

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