Occupational Therapist

Outpatient Pediatric and Adult Therapy | Lake Zurich, Illinois | Full-time, Flexible Schedule Do meaningful work—with the flexibility and support to do it your way. At Empowered Heroes Inclusive Therapy, we help children and adults with special needs build independence and confidence in everyday life through engaging, personalized care. We also support families throughout the therapy journey, so they never feel alone. Our therapists enjoy the flexibility and independence to do their best work while being part of a close-knit, supportive team. Why Therapists Choose Empowered Heroes Focus on therapy—not quotas or administrative pressure. Our therapists are not measured by KPIs for patient attendance, productivity, chart notes, or new patient recruitment. You’ll have the autonomy to create your own schedule, including the option to work Monday – Thursday with Friday’s off. There are no billing responsibilities; your focus is providing outstanding therapy and keeping your documentation current. We’re seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to serve children and adults through creative, play-based, and functional interventions. You’ll help clients strengthen motor skills, sensory processing, self-care abilities, and overall quality of life. From improving handwriting and building social skills to increasing independence in daily tasks, you’ll join a team that recognizes and celebrates every milestone. If you’re passionate about making therapy engaging, individualized, and effective—and you value flexibility, independence, and a supportive team—we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do Evaluate clients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs to identify functional goals and appropriate interventionsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans that reflect each client’s needs and goalsProvide therapeutic interventions that improve functional abilities, independence, and participation in daily activitiesEducate clients and their families on self-care strategies, home carryover, and injury preventionCollaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive, client-centered care What You Bring Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited programCurrent Illinois Occupational Therapist license in good standingTwo or more years of occupational therapy experience working with diverse patient populationsStrong clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of occupational therapy principles, assessments, and intervention techniquesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with clients, families, and interdisciplinary professionals Benefits That Support You We support our therapists with benefits designed to promote flexibility, growth, and well-being: Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balanceHourly rate $41 - $60 per hour based on experienceMileage reimbursementPaid time offProfessional development assistance to support continued learning and clinical growthHealth insurance stipend Ready to make a meaningful difference while enjoying flexibility, independence, and professional support? Apply today to join Empowered Heroes Inclusive Therapy. Powered by JazzHR