Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wheaton

Blue Bird Day; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Generous 401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Blue Bird Day in Wheaton, IL, is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) to join its multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide evidence-based, play-focused therapy to children ages 2-7 with various neurodiverse needs such as autism and ADHD.

At Blue Bird Day, our culture prioritizes growth and collaboration. You will work with a supportive team of therapists and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 2-7 with neurodiverse needs.
• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime and IRM.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group therapy to children.
• Document progress and communicate with families.
• Collaborate daily with physical and speech therapists.

Skills

Client-centered therapeutic approaches

Sensory processing and integration

Collaboration with multidisciplinary team

Motor coordination

Fine motor development

Job description

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.

Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers!

About the Role

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

Compensation & 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

Schedule & Location

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-4:30pm
• Location: 140 E Loop Road, Wheaton, IL, 60189

Why Join Blue Bird Day?

At Blue Bird Day, we provide a supportive, team‑oriented culture that allows you to focus on helping children in a play‑based setting. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes growth and evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.

Please see our full Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package.

Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!