Pediatric OTA — Play-Based Therapy for Kids 2-7

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Competitive PTO & holidays

401k with employer contributions

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Blue Bird Day in Wheaton, IL seeks a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide evidence-based, play-focused therapy for children aged 2–7 with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders. You will implement DIR/Floortime, IRM, and reflex integration while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to foster sensory processing, motor coordination, and independence.

The role offers a 8-4:30 schedule, comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, life and

Qualifications

• Pediatric OT related approaches used with children 2–7 years old.
• DIR/Floortime, IRM, and reflex integration are referenced.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support therapy goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group pediatric occupational therapy.
• Collaborate daily with physical, speech therapists, and social workers.
• Document progress and communicate with families to support continuity of care.

Skills

DIR/Floortime

Intentional Relationship Model (IRM)

Reflex integration

Collaboration with therapists

Job description

Blue Bird Day in Wheaton, IL seeks a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide evidence-based, play-focused therapy for children aged 2–7 with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders. You will implement DIR/Floortime, IRM, and reflex integration while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to foster sensory processing, motor coordination, and independence.

The role offers a 8-4:30 schedule, comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, life and