Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) - Therapeutic Preschool and Kindergarten Program140 E Loop Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189| Monday-Friday, 8 AM-4:30 PM - no evenings or weekends.
Compensation & Benefits- Total Compensation Package: Valued between $93,000-$105,000.
- Annual Salary: $76,000-$85,000, 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 Instructor
- Mentorship and Supervision: Opportunities to mentor others within your department in addition to student supervision
- 401(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 Parents
- Free onsite parking
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Job Description Summary 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.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized and rotation therapy.
- Implement therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and Intentional Relationship Model (IRM).
- Collaborate daily with occupational and speech therapists and social workers.
- Document progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Master's or Doctorate Degree of Physical Therapy
- Active Illinois Licensed Physical Therapist license through IDFPR
- Experience providing PT services to children with autism and/or other neurodevelopmental differences
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift at least 35 lbs, including but not limited to lifting children, therapy equipment etc.
- Ability to walk and/or run if needed to keep clients safe.
- Ability to implement behavior management techniques, based on training provided by the company.
- Ability to use hands and arms to prepare and perform required therapy tasks.
- Ability to utilize keyboard, desktop, and ipad to complete documentation required for funders.
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
