Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead / Supervisor - Chicago

Company: Merlin Day Academy
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Eyas Landing - Avondale is seeking a skilled and compassionate clinic-based Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead / Supervisor to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Chicago, IL. Eyas Landing - Avondale offers a unique opportunity to provide therapy through our Merlin Day Academy , a fully integrated educational and therapeutic environment for children ages 6-14 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , ADHD , sensory processing disorder , and other neurodiverse needs. 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 Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead / Supervisor Department Lead at Eyas Landing - Avondale, you will provide physical therapy to children and families while overseeing a team of Physical Therapists. 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 Providing mentorship, clinical guidance, and performance feedback to Physical Therapists to ensure consistency in care delivery and growth Compensation & Benefits Competitive Salary: $80,000-$90,000 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 Set Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8-4:30pm Set Location : 3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL Why Join Eyas Landing? At Eyas Landing, we provide a supportive, team-oriented culture that allows you to focus on what you love - helping children and families. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes innovation, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and growth . Please see our full Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead / Supervisor 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 thrive through our relationship-based, family-centered approach !

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