Virtual OT (Must be licensed in Illinois)

HelloHero; United States; Remote; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 1099 or W2 options

Paid training ($20/hour)

Documentation & meeting pay

No-show compensation

Job summary

HelloHero offers a remote, school-based Occupational Therapist role supporting students across K–12 with clear workflows and dedicated internal support. You’ll collaborate with school teams and families, delivering meaningful outcomes within structured onboarding and ongoing guidance.

The role provides 1099 or W2 options, school-day hours, and a 10-hour weekly caseload, with compensation at $55–$60 per hour plus bonuses and paid trainings.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois occupational therapy license.
• Experience with students with disabilities.
• Experience with IEPs and school-based collaboration.
• Comfort using virtual service delivery platforms and documentation systems.
• Reliable internet connection and appropriate technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services aligned with IEPs.
• Conduct assessments and implement interventions.
• Develop goals and track student progress.
• Complete documentation and progress reports.
• Participate in IEP meetings and team collaboration.
• Communicate with school staff, families, and stakeholders.

Skills

IEP collaboration

Virtual service delivery

Time management

Tools

Proprietary scheduling platform

Job description

Virtual Occupational Therapist – Illinois

Get Paid for the Work You Actually Do. Deliver Meaningful Outcomes. Stay Supported.

Position Details

• Location: Remote


• Schedule: School-day hours (aligned with student schedules)


• Employment Type: 1099 (Independent Contractor) and W2 options available


• Availability: 10 hrs a week

This is a remote, school-based Occupational Therapist role, supporting students across K–12 school settings. You’ll work in coordination with school teams and families, supported by clear workflows, structured onboarding, and dedicated internal support.

About HelloHero

HelloHero delivers related and behavioral health services to students nationwide. Since 2017, we’ve supported over 15,000 students through school districts in 28 states. We focus on fair compensation and exceptional support through our Service Managers. 75% of our clinicians have been with us for over 3 years, reflecting the consistency and support we provide. Our mission is to ensure students receive the services they need to succeed—while creating a more sustainable, supported environment for the clinicians who make that possible.

Compensation & Pay Structure

• Rate: $55-60 per hour


• Annual Loyalty Bonus


• Paid for documentation, IEP meetings, assessments, and progress reporting


• Paid for no‑shows and late cancellations


• 15 mins extra added to your first session for every new student added to your caseload (hourly roles) for IEP review and scheduling time


• Flexible employment options, including 1099 or W2, based on your preference


• Paid training ($20/hour), including HR onboarding, platform training, and school‑specific training

Why Our Roles Are Different

• Clear expectations – Defined workflows and documentation standards


• Real support – Dedicated Service Manager who advocates for YOU with schools and supports your day‑to‑day, along with structured onboarding and consistent, responsive communication


• Access to assessment tools and resources – Supporting evaluation and reporting so you’re not sourcing or managing materials on your own


• Peer support – Access to internal, discipline‑specific chat channels for real‑time collaboration, questions, and shared resources


• Fair compensation – You’re paid for sessions, documentation, and no‑shows—not just time in session


• Flexibility – Choose to work as a HelloHero employee or independent contractor, with part‑time and full‑time options. While services are delivered during school hours, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your day and caseload


• Streamlined technology – Sessions are delivered through our proprietary platform, simplifying scheduling, documentation, and service delivery


• Efficient scheduling tools – Our platform includes auto‑scheduling capabilities for many assignments, reducing time spent coordinating sessions


• Opportunities for growth – Flexibility to build and expand your caseload over time based on your preferences and availability


• Licensure support – Support for cross‑licensing in additional states as opportunities arise

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services aligned with IEPs


• Conduct assessments and implement interventions


• Develop goals and track student progress


• Complete documentation and progress reports
  
• Participate in IEP meetings and team collaboration


• Communicate with school staff, families, and stakeholders

Scheduling

• Services are delivered during standard school hours (typically 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)


• Scheduling is aligned with student availability
  
• Structured caseloads and scheduling support

Requirements

• Active Illinois license, required


• Experience working with students with disabilities


• Experience with IEPs and school‑based collaboration (1 year minimum experience preferred)


• Comfortable using technology for virtual service delivery, including online platforms and documentation systems


• Reliable internet connection and access to appropriate technology for virtual service delivery