Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wheaton

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wheaton Department: Occupational Therapy Full Time Wheaton, Illinois, United States - 60189 Description Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - Therapeutic Preschool and Kindergarten Program 140 E. Loop Rd. Wheaton, IL | Clinic-Based | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM - no evenings or weekends. Total Compensation Package: Valued between $88,000–$105,000. Annual Salary: $72,000–$85,000, based on experience and qualifications. Annual Increases: Annual merit-based increases. Comprehensive Benefits Packages: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and employee assistance programs. Paid time off and holidays: Generous PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday. Growth and Learning: Continuing education and approved CEUs with annual reimbursement increases. Professional Advancement: Opportunities to develop skills and take on additional leadership responsibilities, including: Department Head, Department Lead, Onboarder, and CPI Instructor, CPR Instructor Mentorship and Supervision: Opportunities to mentor others within your department in addition to student supervision 401(k) Retirement Plan: Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2%. 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. Responsibilities: Providing individualized therapy and therapeutic rotations 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 Knowledge and Skills Required: Master's or Doctorate Degree of Occupational Therapy Active Illinois Licensed Occupational Therapist license through IDFPR Experience providing PT services to children with autism and/or other neurodevelopmental differences Working Environment and Physical Demands: Ability to lift at least 35 lbs, including but not limited to lifting children, therapy equipment etc. Ability to walk and/or run if needed to keep clients safe. Ability to implement behavior management techniques, based on training provided by the company. Ability to use hands and arms to prepare and perform required therapy tasks. Ability to utilize keyboard, desktop, and ipad to complete documentation required for funders. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Why Join Blue Bird Day? This is an opportunity to provide evidence-based, play-focused pediatric therapy in a collaborative, innovative environment designed to help children thrive. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes growth therapeutic interventions. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Blue Bird Day is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As such, it is the policy of the Company that hiring, training, employment advancement, compensation, benefits, and terms and conditions of employment shall be determined without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and medical conditions relating to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest record (or criminal history record ordered expunged, sealed, or impounded), or as otherwise prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue Bird Day, LLC