Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Wheaton

Blue Bird Day, LLC; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Blue Bird Day, LLC in Wheaton, IL seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to support children ages 2–7 with ASD, sensory processing needs, and related conditions. You will provide hands-on OT services, promote sensory integration, and help develop motor and independent living skills in a therapy-driven preschool and kindergarten program.

The role offers a full-time schedule, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and opportunities for leadership development as the program grows.

Qualifications

• Active OT license required in Illinois.
• Experience with children or special needs preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized pediatric OT therapy to children aged 2–7.
• Collaborate with PT, Speech, and social work colleagues daily.
• Document progress and communicate with families to support continuity of care.
• Implement therapy approaches and rotate therapeutic activities.

Skills

Proactive problem-solving

Results-oriented

Clear communicator

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

OT license/certification

Job description

Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Wheaton

Department: Occupational Therapy Full Time Wheaton, Illinois, United States - 60189

Description

Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Therapeutic Preschool and Kindergarten Program

140 E. Loop Rd. Wheaton, IL | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM - No Evenings or Weekends.

• Total Compensation Package: Valued between $70,000–$81,000.
• Annual Salary: $56,000-$65,000, 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 Lead, Onboarder, CPI Instructor, or CPR Instructor
• 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 Therapy Assistant (OTA) 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:

• Required credentials to practice OT therapy
• Experience working with children and/or clients with special needs preferred
• Competencies: proactive problem-solving, results-oriented, worksmanship, resourceful, and clear communicator

Why Join Blue Bird Day?

This is an opportunity to provide evidence-based, play-focused pediatric occupational 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.