Occupational Therapist Pediatrics - 4 Day / Week

Milestone Therapy; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Contribution

Six Paid Holidays + Generous PTO

Job summary

Milestone Therapy, LLC in Homewood, IL is seeking an Occupational Therapist Pediatrics for a four-day workweek in a clinic setting. You will conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based OT services to pediatric clients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The schedule features four days of ten hours each, offering a three-day weekend for family and personal time.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois OT license.
• 1–2 years pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for working with the pediatric population.
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized pediatric treatment plans.
• Deliver engaging, evidence-based occupational therapy services in a clinic setting.
• Support client progress through creative and effective treatment approaches.
• Supervise OTA providers when applicable to ensure continuity of care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary therapy team to improve client outcomes.
• Build strong therapeutic relationships with clients and families.

Education

Illinois Occupational Therapy License

Job description

Explore open positions across clinic, home, school, and administrative settings.

Working at Milestone

Whether you work as a therapist, support our billing operations, or assist with clinic coordination, every role is equally valued and integral to our mission of supporting children and families. No single function carries more importance than another; our success is built on collaboration and mutual respect.

Just as our therapeutic approach emphasizes treating each child as a whole, we believe our organization should be viewed through the same lens. Each individual’s contributions strengthen our collective impact.

That’s why, every day, we strive to make Milestone Therapy stronger as a whole—greater than the sum of its parts.

278

CLIENTS PER YEAR

88

THERAPISTS EMPLOYED

28

SCHOOL DISTRICTS SERVED

Unlock Life's Potential

Every company has a mission statement, but at Milestone, it’s not just our mission, it’s our passion. Unlocking life’s potential applies to everything we do.We have intentionally built a culture that empowers every team member to excel in their role and take pride in their work.

This focus allows us to be uniquely positioned to support children in developing independence, strengthening their individual abilities, and reaching meaningful milestones that shape their futures. At Milestone Therapy, nothing is more rewarding than witnessing each child’s personality, confidence, and growth take root—and knowing our team played a role in that journey.

What People Say

“Milestone Therapy is a great place to grow as a therapist. You’re supported, appreciated, and encouraged to do your best work.”

“Milestone Therapy truly cares about both its clients and its employees. The team is supportive, leadership listens, and you really feel like you’re making a difference every day.”

“Such a positive, team-oriented workplace. Everyone is collaborative, supportive, and genuinely wants to see each other succeed.”

“Milestone Therapy is a great place to grow as a therapist. You’re supported, appreciated, and encouraged to do your best work.”

“Milestone Therapy truly cares about both its clients and its employees. The team is supportive, leadership listens, and you really feel like you’re making a difference every day.”

Our Core Values

Rooted into our foundation is that Milestone is committed to being exceptional in all aspects of our work. All of our decisions are funneled through these core values:

Be Kind

Always be good hearted, considerate, and caring.

Be Responsible

Take ownership of your actions, both good and bad.

Be excited, love what you do, and show it every day!

Be a Team Player

Collaboration and cooperation are key to having a fantastic work environment for all.

Empathy for others is a staple of our pediatric world.

Be Evidence Based

Factual, practical application of best practices should drive all your decisions.

Be Respectful

Always consider the impact of your actions and words.

Position:Occupational Therapist Pediatrics - 4 Day / Week

Location: Homewood, IL

Job Id:436

# of Openings:1

Do What You Love, Four Days a Week, With Kids Who Need You Most.

The best occupational therapy happens when a clinician can show up fully present, focused, and truly invested in the child in front of them. Just you, your kids, and the clinical work that actually moves the needle.

At Milestone Therapy, our OTs are purely clinic-based which equals consistency for not only you but your kiddos as well. Same environment, same team, same familiar faces for the families who trust you with their child's care.

And then there is the schedule. Four days. Ten hours. Three-day weekend. Every single week. More time with your family, your friends, your hobbies, and yourself, so that when you show up for your kids on Monday, you are fully present and ready to pour into them.

At Milestone, you get the meaningful work and the meaningful life!

Why Milestone Therapy?

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment - We Collaborate! Expect to be part of a team that puts kids first.
• Supportive leadership and management that values therapists input - Your leaders want to hear your voice!
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth - We want you to be the best you can be by offering a variety of mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Ability to customize your ideal caseload and therapy setting - Your managers are eager to shape your days to match your personal and professional goals.
• A culture centered around teamwork, passion, and therapist success - Your teammates are passionate, caring, and want to succeed alongside you!

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric clients.
• Deliver engaging, evidence-based occupational therapy services in a clinic setting.
• Support client progress through creative and engaging treatment approaches.
• Supervise OTA providers when applicable to ensure continuity of care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary therapy team to improve client outcomes holistically.
• Build strong therapeutic relationships with clients and families.

What You Bring

• Active Illinois Occpational Therapy License
• 1–2 years of pediatric experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A love and passion for working with the pediatric population
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality care
• A deep commitment to helping children unlock their life's potential
• 6 Paid Holidays + Generous PTO package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• $500 Annual Continuing Education Reimbursement
• License reimbursement, and much, much more!

Whether you are passionate about schools, clinics, or both, we want to help build a role you genuinely love!

What Our Clinicians Say

“At Milestone, I feel supported, seen, and heard. It’s the first time in my career I’ve left work at work.”

Milestone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation. Full consideration is given to any person who is qualified to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. Be sure to mention this paragraph during your interview: We are seeking qualified professionals for pediatric speech therapy positions, including specialized roles in infant speech therapy and children's SLP. Competitive salaries are offered for pediatric speech therapists, with opportunities available locally to meet the growing demand for infant torticollis therapy and other pediatric specialties.

*Please be advised this is a job ad, not a listing of all tasks and duties for this position.