Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Chicago (WL)
Blue Bird Day LLC•Chicago, IL
•$56,000 - $62,000•Onsite
About The Position
As a Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) 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.
Requirements
- Required credentials to practice PT therapy
- Experience working with children and/or clients with special needs preferred
- Competencies: proactive problem-solving, results-oriented, workmanship, resourceful, and clear communicator
Responsibilities
- Providing individualized therapy and therapeutic rotations
- 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
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee assistance programs
- Generous PTO
- 7 paid holidays
- 1 floating holiday
- Continuing education and approved CEUs with annual reimbursement increases
- Opportunities to develop skills and take on additional leadership responsibilities, including: Onboarder, CPI Instructor, and CPR Instructor
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2% on 401(k)
- Flexibility For New Parents
- Free onsite parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
