Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead - Chicago (AV)

Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead - Chicago (AV) Department: Human Resources Full Time Chicago, Illinois, United States - 60618 Description Physical Therapist Department Lead / Supervisor (PT) - Therapeutic Day Program 3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL | Clinic-Based | Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm - No Evenings or Weekends. Total Compensation Package: Valued between $98,000-$ 105,000. Annual Salary: $80,000–$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, Safety-Care Instructor, and 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%. Eyas Landing - Avondale offers a unique opportunity to provide therapy through our Merlin Day Academy, a fully integrated educational and therapeutic environment for children ages 6-14 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. As a Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead / Supervisor at Eyas Landing - Avondale, you will provide physical therapy to children and families while overseeing a team of Physical Therapists. You'll foster each child's mobility, gross motor development, and functional independence growth. 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. Providing mentorship, clinical guidance, and performance feedback to Physical Therapists to ensure consistency in care delivery and growth. Knowledge and Skills Required: Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy Active Illinois Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) license through IDFPR Experience providing behavior therapy 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 Eyas Landing - Avondale? At Eyas Landing, we provide a supportive, team-oriented culture that allows you to focus on what you love - helping children and families. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes innovation, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and growth. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Eyas Landing - Avondale 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 Eyas Landing, Inc.