Occupational Therapist

IEP Therapy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU/license reimbursement

Full benefits

Paid sick leave

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

IEP Therapy - Point Quest Group in South Holland, IL, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver school-based services for students ages 3 and up. You will design individualized treatment programs aligned to IEPs, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and monitor progress with thorough documentation.

Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, coordinating with COTAs, and completing annual reviews.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist license in Illinois or eligibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Background checks and TB clearance as required by state

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment programs for students 3+ based on IEPs
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to set goals
• Supervise COTAs as needed
• Perform comprehensive evaluations and ongoing assessments
• Complete annual and triennial reviews on schedule
• Maintain thorough student progress documentation

Skills

OT license

Excellent communication

Documentation & reporting

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist (IL)

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

26-27 School Year | $45-$57/hour | Full-Time | South Holland, IL. | School-Based | State OT License Required

About The Role

As an Occupational Therapist with Point Quest Group, you'll deliver meaningful, individualized therapy to students ages 3 and up — helping them build the skills they need to thrive in school and beyond. You'll develop treatment programs aligned to each student's IEP or medical plan, collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, and maintain the documentation that ensures every student's progress is tracked and celebrated. This role is equal parts clinical expertise and compassionate connection.

Why Join Us

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick leave
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What You'll Do

• Create and deliver individualized treatment programs for students ages 3 and up based on their IEPs or medical plans
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to establish meaningful goals and accommodations
• Oversee and support Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as needed
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of student needs, including initial and ongoing assessments
• Complete annual and triennial reviews in a timely, compliant manner
• Maintain thorough documentation and provide detailed reports on student progress

What We're Looking For

Must Have

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the state where services are delivered, or eligibility to obtain such licensure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance, as applicable by state

Preferred

• Experience in school or treatment settings working with students with learning or social-emotional challenges
• Familiarity with IEP processes and documentation systems
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills

About IEP Therapy - Point Quest Group

IEP Therapy, a member of the Point Quest Group, is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first. Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.