Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part - time, Weekends

Occupational TherapistIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$45/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Meadowview Behavioral Hospital - Peoria, IL
  • Position Type: Part Time
  • Salary Range: $40.00 - $45.00Hourly
  • Job Shift: Any, JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT)!
  • Status: Part-Time, PRN
  • Schedule: Weekend Shifts Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? Join our dynamic team at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital and make a difference as an Occupational Therapist! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to plan and execute engaging activity services for our patients, contributing directly to their treatment goals and overall well-being. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll provide ongoing care, engagement, and positive role modeling for patients, fostering an environment conducive to healing and growth. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare, we want to hear from you! Responsible for observing and applying sound judgment in patients' physical and mental conditions/needs. Document and communicate changes in patients' appearance, behavior, and ability to work towards treatment plan goals. Provide an assessment of psychosocial/leisure and recreational skills development/deficiency. Assist patients in achieving their optimum level of independent functioning. Plan and implement activity therapy for the assigned patient case load within the facility. Model and teach patients appropriate social, coping, and stress-management techniques. Contribute to treatment plans with specific goals and therapeutic interventions. Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education & Licensure: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in occupational therapy. Certification or licensure by the state of Illinois and/or national governing body in the following areas: OTR/L Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques, and understanding of mental illness preferred. Additional Skill Requirements: May be required to work overtime and flexible hours. Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching Health insurance 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart: Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations Disclaimer: Select benefits are available only to full-time positions.

Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Meadowview Behavioral Hospital

  • Compensation: We are seeking Part-time and PRN Occupational Therapists

Compensation ranges from $40.00 to $45.00 per hour, depending on employment status, experience, qualifications, and skill level. Join us as our Occupational Therapist!

Qualifications

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about MBH, visit us at: meadowviewbehavioralhospital.com TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service ____________ At Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will plan and execute engaging activity services to support patient treatment goals and overall well-being. They are responsible for assessing patient needs, documenting progress, and teaching social and coping techniques within an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and possess current OTR/L licensure in Illinois. At least one year of related experience, preferably in psychiatric patient care, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment planningPsychosocial assessmentLeisure skills developmentPatient assessmentClinical documentationInterdisciplinary collaborationMental health support

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Illinois, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (311 salary observations; 918 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,279 salary observations; 29,546 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$88k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$83k–$94kOccupational Therapy median $102k (middle half $91k–$105k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Illinois vs national$93k median in Illinois$97k nationally (−4%)311 state / 5,279 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$88k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Illinois300 active9,005 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% no call · 69% no weekends45 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 13% offer loan repayment357 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,212 in the last 30 days1,658 the 30 days before (+94%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+4.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,995 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Meadowview Behavioral Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Peoria, Illinois

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with matching
Health Insurance
100% company-paid life insurance up to 2x annual salary
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays

Living in Peoria

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$152k
Typical market rent
$1,240/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Peoria, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.