Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Wheaton

Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Therapeutic Preschool and Kindergarten Program140 East Loop Road Wheaton, IL | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:00 PM - no evenings or weekends.Compensation & BenefitsTotal 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 Head, Department Lead, Onboarder, and CPI Instructor, CPR Instructor401(k) Retirement Plan: Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2%.Flexibility For New ParentsFree onsite parkingApply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!About the RoleAs 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 rotationsImplementing client-centered therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Intentional Relationship Model (IRM), and reflex integrationCollaborating daily with physical and speech therapists, and social workersDocumenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of careKnowledge and Skills Required:Required credentials to practice OT therapyExperience working with children and/or clients with special needs preferredCompetencies: proactive problem-solving, results-oriented, worksmanship, resourceful, and clear communicatorWhy Join Blue Bird Day?This is an opportunity to provide evidence-based, play-focused pediatric 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.Please see our full Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package.