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The Ultimate First-Year OT Experience

Prepare for a transformative start to your career with The Ultimate First-Year OT Experience, an illustrated guide designed for newly licensed occupational therapists. This comprehensive resource offers actionable insights, mentorship guidance, and practical strategies to help new clinicians excel in various therapeutic settings while building confidence and clinical expertise.

Key Highlights of the Guide:

  1. Structured Mentorship Program: Learn from senior clinicians through hands-on guidance, regular collaboration, and a supportive network that ensures new OTs feel confident in their practice.
  2. Comprehensive Skill Development: Master essential OT skills, including sensory processing, motor coordination, self-care, and documentation, while achieving expert status in multiple therapeutic settings.
  3. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Gain valuable insights by working alongside speech therapists, behavior analysts, and other professionals in a collaborative environment.
  4. Exposure to Diverse Settings: Build expertise through clinical practice, in-home therapy, and experience at CST Academy, a therapeutic preschool program.
  5. Focus on Professional Growth: Discover opportunities for leadership, advanced training, and continuing education to elevate your career and therapeutic impact.
  6. Work-Life Balance Perks: Enjoy benefits like spa days, team lunches, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support personal well-being while fostering professional excellence.

Why This Guide is Essential:

Starting your career as an occupational therapist can be both exciting and overwhelming. This guide provides newly licensed OTs with the tools, mentorship, and opportunities needed to thrive in their first year. By offering a structured approach to learning, collaboration, and professional development, it ensures clinicians are equipped to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

How to Use This Guide:

This guide is perfect for new occupational therapists seeking to build a strong foundation for their career. Use it to gain insights into diverse therapy settings, develop critical skills, and explore opportunities for growth while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

This guide is proudly brought to you by Chicago Occupational Therapy, committed to empowering the next generation of therapists to reach their fullest potential.

Occupational Therapy Services We Offer

Gross Motor Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Gross Motor Skills

Our gross motor skills programs focus on developing strength, coordination, and balance through engaging activities that promote physical activity and confidence.
Fine Motor Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Fine Motor Skills

We enhance fine motor skills through targeted exercises that improve hand strength, dexterity, and coordination for tasks like writing and self-care.
Visual Motor Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Visual Motor Skills

Our visual motor skills training helps children integrate visual input with movement, supporting their ability to perform tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
Sensory Processing | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Sensory Processing

We provide sensory processing support to help children interpret and respond to sensory information, enabling them to navigate their environments effectively.
Self-Care & Daily Living Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Self-Care & Daily Living Skills

Our self-care and daily living skills programs teach children essential routines, fostering independence in activities such as dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Visual Perceptual Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Visual Perceptual Skills

We develop visual perceptual skills to enhance children’s ability to understand and interpret visual information, crucial for academic success and daily activities.
School Readiness | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

School Readiness

Our school readiness programs prepare children for a successful transition to school by focusing on the foundational skills needed for academic and social success.
Handwriting Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Handwriting Skills

We help children improve their handwriting skills through personalized strategies that focus on grasp, posture, and letter formation for clear and efficient writing.
Play Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Play Skills

Our play skills development sessions encourage children to engage in cooperative and imaginative play, fostering social interactions and emotional regulation.
Executive Function Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Executive Function Skills

We enhance executive function skills through targeted strategies that improve planning, organization, and problem-solving abilities, essential for daily life.
Social Skills | Chicago Occupational Therapy Services

Social Skills

Our social skills development programs focus on helping children build positive relationships and effective communication skills through structured practice and guidance.