An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
Pediatric OT Lead The Way Therapy LLC Glendale Heights, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Contract $80,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Mileage reimbursement Health insurance Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Teamwork Occupational Therapy Early intervention Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Lead The Way Therapy - Your Potential is Infinite! www.leadthewaytherapy.
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Are you an Occupational Therapist who loves working with kids in a play-based, supportive environment? Whether you're a seasoned therapist or a new grad, we'd love to have you join our growing team in our brand-new clinic in Glendale Heights, Illinois! At Lead The Way Therapy, we serve children through both Early Intervention and private clinic-based therapy, helping families in the northwest suburbs who are waiting for services or looking for individualized care. We believe in connection, collaboration, and meaningful therapeutic relationships — all while keeping play at the heart of learning. You'll be part of a team that values continuing education, offers mentorship opportunities, and encourages therapists to grow their skills in sensory integration, motor development, self-regulation, and DIR/Floortime-based approaches. What You'll Do Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to assess developmental, sensory, and motor needs. Develop individualized, family-centered goals and treatment plans. Provide play-based therapy sessions both in the clinic and in natural environments (homes, daycares) for early intervention clients. Support children's growth through engaging, floor-time style interactions that promote connection, communication, and regulation. Document sessions and progress in alignment with professional and insurance requirements. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists to support the whole child. Empower families with strategies to continue progress at home. Who You Are Licensed Occupational Therapist (Illinois) - required . Experienced or interested in working with children from birth to school-age. Passionate about play-based learning , sensory integration , reflex integration and relationship-driven care . Organized, collaborative, and eager to keep learning. Experience or interest in DIR/Floortime or Early Intervention - mentoring and training provided! Why Join Lead The Way Therapy? At Lead The Way Therapy, we believe exceptional care starts with supporting the clinicians who provide it. We are committed to creating a positive, sustainable, and family-centered work environment where therapists can thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
What makes us different:
Full-time or part-time positions available Competitive pay based on experience Supportive, family-centered team culture Annual Continuing Education stipend Scheduling with a mix of daytime and after-school sessions Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) Full-time caseloads include dedicated documentation time Full-time clinicians see no more than 32 clients per week to help reduce burnout and promote quality care Collaborative leadership and ongoing support Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship At Lead The Way Therapy, we value clinician wellness, meaningful client relationships, and long-term career satisfaction. We intentionally structure workloads to support both high-quality care and a balanced lifestyle for our team.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay:
$80,000.00 per year Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off
