Occupational Therapist

Westside Children's Therapy; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 103,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Range: $73,000 - $103,500

Up to $14,000 Annual Bonus

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays

CEU & Professional Development Reimbursement

Structured Mentorship & Training

Fun, Collaborative Culture

Job summary

Westside Children's Therapy in Peoria, Illinois is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide creative and effective therapy for pediatric clients. You'll join a supportive multidisciplinary team focused on collaborative and life-changing care.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy and a passion for working with neurodiverse children. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successfully pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• OT licensure or license eligible in the state of Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessary.
• Identify and implement therapeutic interventions to enhance client skills.
• Provide support to clients’ families to foster behaviors from treatment.

Skills

Creative mindset

Collaborative spirit

Strong communication skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Why Join Westside? At Westside, we believe therapy should be fun, collaborative, and life-changing. As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll hone your skills and specialize in areas like Sensory Integration Therapy, Feeding Therapy, and Pediatric Mental Health while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Clinical Counselors, and ABA professionals.

Role highlights include a competitive salary, productive workflow, and strong team culture aimed at professional growth.

Perks & Benefits

• Salary Range: $73,000 - $103,500, aligned with skills and experience
• Realistic Productivity Expectations: 26 Direct Treatment Hours per Week
• Up to $14,000 Annual Bonus for Exceeding Productivity Goals
• Comprehensive Benefits, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
• CEU & Professional Development Reimbursement
• Team Approach with Structured Mentorship &Training
• Fun, Collaborative Culture: team events, celebrations, and supportive leadership

What You’ll Do

• Assess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessary
• Identify and implement therapeutic interventions that help develop client’s fine motor skills, cognition, language skills, self care skills, regulation, and more
• Provide support and guidance to the clients’ family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatment

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program
• Successfully pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• OT licensure or license eligible, in the state of Illinois

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You have a creative mindset for making sessions enjoyable for pediatric clients
• You have a collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
• You have a passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric population
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills