Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) - Chicago (WL)
About this role
Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate clinic-based Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Chicago, 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 Physical Therapist (PT) at Blue Bird Day, you will provide physical 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 mobility, gross motor development, and functional independence growth through:
- Providing individualized and group therapy
- Implementing therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and Intentional Relationship Model (IRM)
- Collaborating daily with occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers
- Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: $74,000-85,000
- 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: 1233 W. Adams, Chicago, IL. 60607 (onsite parking available)
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 Physical Therapist (PT) 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!
Company at a glance
Blue Bird Day is an intensive pediatric therapy program designed to foster socialization, sensory regulation and academic learning in children ages 2-7 in therapeutic rotations that simulate a preschool and kindergarten setting. Our therapeutic programs are ideal for children with Autism, Sensory Processing Disorders, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Stuttering, and Feeding Disorders. Our multi-disciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, Registered Behavior Technicians, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Nutritionists, Social Workers, and Licensed Professional Counselors help your child build the skills they need to succeed.
Our therapeutic programs are ideal for children with autism/autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, stuttering, and feeding disorders.
Relationship-based therapists work to build individual goals for each child and family to ensure future success in all situations.
Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Allowances
- 401k Retirement Plan
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