Occupational Therapist

Westside Children's Therapy; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Children's Therapy in Peoria, IL is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team. You’ll apply occupational therapy principles to support children’s development and collaborate with speech, physical therapy, and behavioral specialists.

You will assess clients, develop individualized plans, and implement interventions for fine motor, cognition, language, self-care, and regulation while guiding families to reinforce strategies at home.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successful completion of NBCOT certification.
• OT licensure in Illinois or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients and determine adaptations and equipment needs.
• Implement interventions to develop fine motor, cognition, language, self-care, and regulation.
• Guide and support families to reinforce treatment goals at home.

Skills

Creativity

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

MS/OTD in Occupational Therapy

Job description

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.Perks & Benefits:Salary Range: $73,000 - $103,500, aligned with skills and experienceRealistic Productivity Expectations: 26 Direct Treatment Hours per WeekUp to $14,000 Annual Bonus for Exceeding Productivity GoalsComprehensive Benefits, including Medical, Dental & Vision401(k) with Company MatchPaid Vacation, Sick Days & HolidaysCEU & Professional Development ReimbursementTeam Approach with Structured Mentorship &TrainingFun, Collaborative Culture: team events, celebrations, and supportive leadershipWhat You’ll Do:Assess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessaryIdentify and implement therapeutic interventions that help develop client’s fine motor skills, cognition, language skills, self care skills, regulation, and moreProvide support and guidance to the clients’ family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatmentWhat We’re Looking For:Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited occupational therapy programSuccessfully pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational TherapyOT licensure or license eligible, in the state of IllinoisWhat Makes You a Great Fit:You have a creative mindset for making sessions enjoyable for pediatric clientsYou have a collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a teamYou have a passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric populationYou have strong verbal and written communication skills