Occupational Therapist

Lead The Way Therapy - Your Potential is Infinite!

Job description:

Are you an Occupational Therapist who loves working with kids in a play-based, supportive environment? Whether you're a seasoned therapist or a new grad, we'd love to have you join our growing team in our brand-new clinic in Glendale Heights, Illinois!

At Lead The Way Therapy, we serve children through both Early Intervention and private clinic-based therapy , helping families in the northwest suburbs who are waiting for services or looking for individualized care. We believe in connection, collaboration, and meaningful therapeutic relationships - all while keeping play at the heart of learning.

You'll be part of a team that values continuing education, offers mentorship opportunities, and encourages therapists to grow their skills in sensory integration, motor development, self-regulation, and DIR/Floortime-based approaches.

What You'll Do

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to assess developmental, sensory, and motor needs.
• Develop individualized, family-centered goals and treatment plans.
• Provide play-based therapy sessions both in the clinic and in natural environments (homes, daycares) for early intervention clients.
• Support children's growth through engaging, floor-time style interactions that promote connection, communication, and regulation.
• Document sessions and progress in alignment with professional and insurance requirements.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists to support the whole child.
• Empower families with strategies to continue progress at home.

Who You Are

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (Illinois) - required.
• Experienced or interested in working with children from birth to school-age.
• Passionate about play-based learning, sensory integration, reflex integration and relationship-driven care.
• Organized, collaborative, and eager to keep learning.
• Experience or interest in DIR/Floortime or Early Intervention - mentoring and training provided!