Occupational Therapist

Westside Children’s Therapy Inc.; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Productivity hours

Annual bonus

Benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

CEU reimbursement

Mentorship & training

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Westside Children’s Therapy Inc. in Shorewood, IL seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess clients, design interventions, and support families. Join a multidisciplinary team including SLPs, PTs, counselors, and ABA professionals in a pediatric setting.

This full-time role requires a graduate degree in OT, IL OT licensure or eligibility, and NBCOT certification, with a salary range of $73,000–$103,500 and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Must pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• OT licensure or license eligible in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients for adaptations and use of special equipment when necessary.
• Identify and implement interventions to develop fine motor, cognition, language, self-care, and regulation.
• Support and guide clients' families to foster treatment behaviors at home.

Skills

Creative mindset

Collaborative spirit

Pediatric population

Verbal & written communication

Education

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification

OT licensure in IL

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Shorewood Clinic - Shorewood, IL 60404

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: $73,000.00 - $103,500.00 Salary

Job Category: Occupational Therapy

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 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

QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For:

• 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