What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago position at Blue Bird Day?
Make a Meaningful Difference as a Therapeutic Assistant!
Do you love working on a collaborative team with a shared mission? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while growing your skills in a play-based, child-centered clinical environment? Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Chicago, IL.
Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers!
About The Role
As a Therapeutic Assistant, you will support children ages 2-7 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. In this role, you'll help promote each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by:
Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!
Do you love working on a collaborative team with a shared mission? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while growing your skills in a play-based, child-centered clinical environment? Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Chicago, IL.
Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers!
About The Role
As a Therapeutic Assistant, you will support children ages 2-7 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. In this role, you'll help promote each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by:
- Assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation
- Supporting group therapy rotations
- Collaborating daily with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers
- Helping maintain a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment
- Hourly Rate: $18–$18.50/hour
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Competitive PTO and Holiday Allowances
- 401(k) with Employer Contributions
- Continuing Education (CEU) Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Location: 1233 W. Adams St. Chicago, IL 60607
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR completion of at least 60 semester hours of college-level coursework
- Experience working with children or clients with special needs is a plus
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs
- Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture
- Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship and CEU support
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with neurodiverse needs
Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!
Salary : $18 - $19