Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Playful, Impactful Therapy

Comprehensive Learning Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Comprehensive Learning Services (CLS) is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Chicago, IL. The role includes evaluating fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care, while delivering individualized, play-based therapy in home, school, and community contexts.

You will develop treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with caregivers and CLS clinicians. The role supports multidisciplinary teams and ongoing professional learning.

Qualifications

• Clinical OT skills in pediatric assessment, treatment planning, and sensory processing needs.
• Design and deliver play-based therapy promoting self-care, school readiness, and independence.
• Strong collaboration with caregivers, educators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Accurate documentation, time management, and caseload organization.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and family-centered care.
• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current IL OT license (or eligible) and NBCOT certification.
• Experience in pediatric settings such as outpatient clinics or schools.
• Comfort with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences.

Responsibilities

• Assess children’s fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-care abilities, and functional performance.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and provide direct therapy sessions.
• Document progress and collaborate with caregivers, educators, and CLS clinicians.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care plans.
• Support program development and maintain best practices through ongoing professional learning.

Skills

Pediatric OT skills

Play-based therapy

Collaboration

Documentation

Evidence-based care

Pediatric experience

Autism/ADHD experience

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in OT

Illinois OT license

NBCOT certification

Job description

Comprehensive Learning Services (CLS) is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Chicago, IL. The role includes evaluating fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care, while delivering individualized, play-based therapy in home, school, and community contexts.

You will develop treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with caregivers and CLS clinicians. The role supports multidisciplinary teams and ongoing professional learning.