At Lifelong Access, we lead with heart. Our managers listen, our teams support each other, and our culture is rooted in compassion, fun, and genuine connection. We offer a family-friendly workplace where Occupational Therapists can grow, feel valued, and love what they do every day. As the largest provider of pediatric therapy services in McLean County, we provide the support and resources you need to thrive.
What You’ll Love Here
Flexible scheduling with the ability to mirror school schedules
A culture that truly supports work–life balance
Impact Bonus, opportunities to earn extra income based on your impact and contributions
Paid Continuing Education Units (CEUs) & supervision hours
Paid for all hours worked, not just direct therapy
Sensory gyms, adaptive equipment, and play-based therapy spaces
Collaborative team including Physical Therapists (PT), Speech Therapists (ST), Developmental Therapists (DT), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) professionals
Generous PTO, including vacation time after 90 days
Paid holidays off
Competitive benefits & relocation assistance
Localized, supportive managers who are present and accessible
Qualify for federal student loan forgiveness, as a not-for-profit employee, you could have your student loans forgiven after 10 years of eligible service
About the Role You’ll support children birth through age 18 in Early Intervention, clinic-based therapy, or a blend of both. You’ll collaborate with a caring interdisciplinary team and may supervise a COTA and fieldwork students.
What You’ll Do
Carry a pediatric caseload (birth–18)
Complete initial and ongoing evaluations across fine motor, sensory processing, ADLs, and more
Develop and update treatment plans and documentation
Partner with therapists across multiple disciplines
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and interns
Early Intervention training provided for those who wish to expand their skills
What You Bring
Master’s degree in OT and NBCOT certification
Illinois OT license (or license-eligible)
Early Intervention credential preferred
Pediatric experience strongly preferred
Valid Illinois driver’s license & insurance
At Lifelong Access, people feel seen, heard, and supported, for our staff and the families we proudly serve.