Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) - Chicago (WL)
About The Position
Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate clinic-based Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Chicago, 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 Physical Therapist (PT) at Blue Bird Day, you will provide physical 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 mobility, gross motor development, and functional independence growth through: Providing individualized and group therapy, Implementing therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and Intentional Relationship Model (IRM), Collaborating daily with occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers, Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care.
Requirements
- Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) 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, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and Intentional Relationship Model (IRM).
Nice To Haves
- Opportunities to develop skills and take on additional leadership responsibilities, including: Department Lead of Physical Therapy, Department Head of Physical Therapy, Onboarder, CPR Instructor, Safety-Care Instructor.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical 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 mobility, gross motor development, and functional independence growth.
- Provide individualized and group therapy.
- Implement therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and Intentional Relationship Model (IRM).
- Collaborate daily with occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers.
- Document progress and communicate with families to support continuity of care.
- Mentorship and supervision of developing PT and PTA professionals.
Benefits
- Salary: $74,000–$85,000, based on experience and qualifications
- Annual merit increases
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid time off and holidays
- CEU Reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Free onsite parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
