Occupational Therapist (EI) - 1099 Independent Contractor

Occupational Therapist (EI) – 1099 Independent Contractor Full job description Lead The Way Therapy – Your Potential is Infinite! Are you an Occupational Therapist who loves working with infants and toddlers while building meaningful relationships with families? At Lead The Way Therapy, we’re looking for compassionate, play-based clinicians to join our growing Early Intervention team as 1099 independent contractors. Whether you’re experienced in Early Intervention or looking to transition into this rewarding setting, we provide mentorship, collaboration, and the flexibility to create a schedule that works for you. Why You’ll Love Working With Us Flexible schedule—you choose your availability Build a caseload close to home whenever possible Administrative support for scheduling and referrals Minimal meetings and paperwork compared to larger organizations Supportive, therapist-owned practice that values work-life balance Opportunities for mentorship and continuing education Freedom to grow your caseload at your own pace What You’ll Do Conduct occupational therapy evaluations for children birth to three years old. Develop individualized, family-centered treatment plans. Provide play-based therapy in children’s natural environments, including homes and daycares. Coach caregivers using evidence-based strategies that promote participation in everyday routines. Address sensory processing, fine motor, gross motor, self-care, feeding, and developmental skills. Complete timely documentation that meets Early Intervention requirements. Collaborate with developmental therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, service coordinators, physicians, and families. Holds a Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. Has (or is eligible for) Illinois Occupational Therapy licensure. Is credentialed or willing to become credentialed with the Illinois Early Intervention Program. Has reliable transportation to travel throughout the northwest suburbs. Enjoys collaborating with families and other professionals. Is organized, dependable, and passionate about helping children reach their full potential. Bonus Qualifications Experience in Early Intervention or pediatrics Knowledge of sensory integration, motor development, feeding, or self-regulation Experience with coaching and family-centered care DIR/Floortime or similar relationship-based approaches are a plus Service Area We proudly serve families throughout the northwest suburbs of Chicago, including: Bloomingdale Carol Stream Wheaton Lombard Addison Elmhurst Bartlett Surrounding communities Pay: $75 per session Schedule: Flexible; weekday daytime availability preferred Setting: Homes, daycares, and community environments Why Lead The Way Therapy? At Lead The Way Therapy, we believe every child has limitless potential. Our mission is to empower families through connection, play, and evidence-based intervention. We’re a therapist-owned practice that prioritizes quality care, clinical excellence, and supporting our team just as much as we support our families. If you’re looking for flexibility, autonomy, and a team that genuinely values its therapists, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us lead the way for children and families in our community. Pay: $75.00 – $90 per hour Education: Master’s (Preferred) Interested? click on Apply button! You can also attach your resume and email it to View email address on click.appcast.io, with the job title in the email Subject. Full Name (required) Email Address (required) Phone Number (required) #J-18808-Ljbffr Lead The Way Therapy