Job Title: Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) Certified OT Assistant (COTA) – School Based, Maternity Leave Coverage

Job Type: Full-Time | On-site (School Setting)

Location: Oak Forest, IL & Tinley Park, IL (2 schools)

Start: January 2027 with opportunity to continue into following school years (dependent on maternity leave).

About Us

Beyond Milestones Therapy Inc. is a Chicago-based, family-owned organization supporting various developmental needs in children, adolescents, and young adults. Our speech and occupational services work to improve clients’ speech skills, communication, sensory processing, fine motor and gross motor skills. We are dedicated to the progress and success of everyone under our care. We cultivate a safe, harmonious environment for our practitioners to allow them to complete their work without all of the extra noise.

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate, plan, and provide direct occupational therapy services to students in a school setting, grades K-5. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a compassionate, student-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, in-person therapy services to students in grades K-5 with varying needs – both 1:1 and group settings.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and interventions using evidence-based strategies, targeting client goals such as fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, activities of daily living (ADLs), and self-regulation.
• Collaborate with educators and interdisciplinary team members to support goal carryover and functional success.
• Complete Medicare billing on time and accurately.
• Monitor student progress, adjust therapy plans accordingly, and accurately document treatment and progress in accordance with program/district and state guidelines.
• Participate in meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions as scheduled
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, state licensure regulations, company policies, and district regulations and policies.

OTR/L Education Requirements

• M.O.T. or O.T.D. from an accredited program.
• Current and active Occupational Therapist License issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Current NBCOT certification (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy).

COTA Education Requirements

• Associate’s degree in OTA
• Current and active COTA License issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Current NBCOT certification

Experience

• At least 6 months of pediatric experience, ideally in a school setting.
• New graduates with strong pediatric fieldwork experience are encouraged to apply!
• Understanding of sensory integration, motor development, and play-based therapy approaches.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills (grammar, spelling, punctuation).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and organizational skills.

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday 8am-4pm
• Flexibility to document and take meetings from home as appropriate
• Fall, winter, spring, and summer breaks in accordance with district schedule

Benefits

• Paid sick time and PTO in accordance with Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave ordinance
• Health insurance through BCBS
• Dental and Vision insurance through SunLife
• SIMPLE IRA
• Bi-weekly pay – direct deposit
• CEU membership paid for by company if employed for at least 12 months

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