Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wheaton

Blue Bird Day • Wheaton, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate clinic-based Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Wheaton, IL. This is an opportunity to provide evidence-based, play-focused pediatric therapy in a collaborative, innovative environment designed to help children thrive. As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) at Blue Bird Day, you will provide occupational therapy to children ages 2-7 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. You'll foster each child's sensory processing and integration, motor coordination, fine motor development, and independence through: Providing individualized and group therapy Implementing client-centered therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Intentional Relationship Model (IRM), and reflex integration Collaborating daily with physical and speech therapists, and social workers Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care.

Requirements

• Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Experience with children ages 2-7 years old
• Experience with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs
• Knowledge of DIR/Floortime, Intentional Relationship Model (IRM), and reflex integration

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to children ages 2-7 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs.
• Foster each child's sensory processing and integration, motor coordination, fine motor development, and independence.
• Provide individualized and group therapy.
• Implement client-centered therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Intentional Relationship Model (IRM), and reflex integration.
• Collaborate daily with physical and speech therapists, and social workers.
• Document progress and communicate with families to support continuity of care.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $72,000-82,000
• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Competitive Paid Time Off and holiday allowances
• Generous 401k Retirement Plan with employer contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level