Flexible Community-Based Developmental Therapist

M Street; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

M Street Pediatric Therapy is seeking passionate therapists to work with children in their natural environments, developing individualized care plans and growing professionally. This role emphasizes flexibility, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to program development and community partnerships.

Qualified candidates will hold an Illinois EI-approved degree, coursework in child development, and EI tool certifications (BDI-2, DAYC-2, or HELP) or be willing to obtain them.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an Illinois EI-approved program in Early Intervention or related field.
• Coursework in core knowledge areas: child development, working with families, intervention, and assessment.
• Certification: EI tools such as BDI-2, DAYC-2, or HELP; willingness to obtain EI certification.

Skills

Child development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Mentoring interest

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher (Illinois EI-approved program) in Early Childhood Education

Coursework in Typical and Atypical Child Development

Certificate: Early Intervention Certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

M Street Pediatric Therapy is seeking passionate therapists to work with children in their natural environments, developing individualized care plans and growing professionally. This role emphasizes flexibility, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to program development and community partnerships.

Qualified candidates will hold an Illinois EI-approved degree, coursework in child development, and EI tool certifications (BDI-2, DAYC-2, or HELP) or be willing to obtain them.