Occupational Therapist - Part Time

Westside Children’s Therapy Inc.; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation, sick days & holidays

Team mentorship & training

Fun collaborative culture

Job summary

Westside Children’s Therapy Inc. seeks an Occupational Therapist for a part-time evening schedule in DeKalb, IL. You’ll evaluate children, design therapy plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support sensory, feeding, and mental health goals.

The role offers mentorship, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive, fun culture, with options for medical/dental/vision benefits and paid time off based on eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification.
• IL licensure or license eligibility for OT.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients for adaptations and use of equipment as needed.
• Implement interventions to develop fine motor, cognition, language, self-care, and regulation skills.
• Educate and support families to apply treatment strategies at home.

Skills

Creative mindset

Collaborative team player

Strong communication

Pediatric neurodiverse experience

Education

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification

IL OT licensure or eligibility

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Part Time# Occupational Therapist - Part TimeDeKalb Clinic - DeKalb, IL 60115## OverviewSalary Range$55.00 - $70.00 HourlyPosition TypePart Time Evenings 3pm - 7pmJob ShiftPart Time: 3 PM - 7 PMEducation LevelGraduate DegreeCategoryOccupational Therapy## DescriptionWhy 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:* Competitive Hourly Rates: $55–$70, per hour, based on skills and experience* Access Benefits: including Medical, Dental, and Vision, based on eligibility* 401(k) with Company Match* Employee Assistance Program* Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays* 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