Pediatric OT Assistant — Growth, Benefits, No Weekends

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

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.