Early Intervention Developmental Therapist

Lifelong Access
Normal, IL
Champion Children’s Growth as a Developmental Therapist!

$20-21.76/hour | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Flexible Hours | Home-Based & Virtual Options | Work–Life Balance | Supportive Leadership

At Lifelong Access, we connect children and families to their communities by breaking down barriers and providing meaningful supports from birth onward. Our team members have big hearts and a passion for improving lives, all while working in a friendly, collaborative, and family-focused environment .

Why We Value This Role:
Developmental Therapists (DTs) help children from birth to 36 months grow, learn, and thrive. You will provide early intervention services that give children the tools to reach their potential and support families in guiding development, an impact we deeply value.

What You’ll Love Here
  • Flexible scheduling with options for home-based or virtual sessions
  • Work–life balance in a family-friendly environment
  • Paid Continuing Education Units (CEUs) & supervision hours
  • Paid for all hours worked, not just direct client time
  • Collaborative, localized management and a supportive team culture
  • Play-based therapy with toys, sensory equipment, and adaptive tools
  • Family support through a loaning library of resources and equipment
  • Generous PTO, including vacation time after 90 days
  • Paid holidays off
  • Competitive benefits & relocation assistance
  • 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 will provide early intervention services including developmental therapy, screening, special instruction, coordination, linkage, advocacy, and support to children who are developmentally delayed, at risk, or diagnosed with a developmental disability. Services are delivered in families’ homes or virtually , depending on needs. You will design learning activities and environments that promote cognitive, social, and motor development, and support families with tools and resources to continue learning at home.

What You’ll Do
  • Conduct developmental screenings and assessments
  • Develop, review, and amend Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) with families and providers
  • Assist families in achieving and measuring IFSP outcomes
  • Plan and implement play-based therapy sessions using toys, adaptive equipment, and sensory tools
  • Facilitate referrals to additional services and community resources
  • Support families through our loaning library of therapy resources
  • Participate in community education and transition planning for families
  • Maintain professional documentation and uphold Early Intervention standards
What You Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Special Education, or DHS-required field
  • Required coursework per DHS standards
  • Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and social services
  • Previous experience with children who have special needs preferred
  • Pursue and maintain Developmental Therapy credential through Early Intervention System
  • Valid Illinois driver’s license & insurance
At Lifelong Access, people feel seen, heard, and supported, for our staff and the families we serve. This is your chance to make a meaningful difference in young children’s lives while working in a flexible, home- and family-focused environment .

Lifelong Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 2026-05-29

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