About the Role:
At PlayWorks Therapy, Inc., we are dedicated to creating a warm, inviting, and friendly workplace where our employees feel valued and appreciated. We celebrate neurodiversity and are committed to meeting both our staff and our clients where they are at. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist and Clinical Supervisor to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide clinic-based, school-based, and home-based therapy to children from birth through twelve years of age through the private market as well as Early Intervention. You will also provide weekly mentorship and ongoing support to two clinicians, fostering their professional growth and development.
About Us:
Located in Roscoe Village, we are an interdisciplinary practice that provides developmental therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, feeding therapy, occupational therapy, counseling/social work services, and therapeutic preschool services. We value family engagement, creativity, and individualized, high-quality therapeutic services! Our therapists create plans of care that celebrate each child’s individual strengths and best support each child and family in building the strong foundation needed to develop and succeed in their own unique ways.
Interventions are rooted in our extensive knowledge of global development and tailored to provide appropriate scaffolding to support each client’s ability to learn new skills and engage in meaningful interactions. We emphasize both family participation throughout our therapeutic process and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring that every child receives comprehensive and holistic care. Our therapists are committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming care, recognizing and celebrating the unique ways each child processes information, experiences emotion, and interacts with the world.
At PlayWorks Therapy, Inc., we are committed to the professional growth of our therapists. We offer a detailed mentorship program and generous compensation for continuing education and professional credentialing. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and their families.
If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and eager to work in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! For more information, please visit .
Occupational Therapist Position Requirements:
- Master's Degree or higher from an AOTA-accredited program
- A minimum of three to four years of post-graduate pediatric experience
- Occupational Therapy license in Illinois
- Strong understanding of child development, with specific experience working with neurodivergent children from birth to twelve years
- Understanding of neurodiversity-affirming therapy practices
- Personable, playful, and engaging; able to build strong rapport with children and their families
- Motivated to become a contributing member of a growing team
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; confidence in your ability to communicate effectively in a professional setting
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently in a dynamic and busy role
- Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle with proof of insurance
Join us and bring your passion for pediatric occupational therapy to a supportive and dynamic environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
Benefits provided:
- Competitive compensation commensurate with education and work experience
- Paid time off
- Paid national holidays
- Annual continuing education reimbursement
- Annual professional dues reimbursement
- Mentoring/supervision with Associate Director of Occupational Therapy
- Mentoring with Clinical Director, as needed
- Group, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional liability insurance, worker's compensation insurance
- Mileage and parking reimbursement
- Paid professional development hours after one year of employment
- Retirement benefits after one year of employment
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
Education:
- Master’s Degree or higher from an AOTA-accredited program
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy license (or license-eligible) in Illinois
- Driver's License
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Role characteristics:
Schedule:
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Outpatient
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60618: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Role characteristics:
- Adolescents
- Children
- Infants
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Outpatient
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60618 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60618: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person