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Work With Blue Bird Day<\/span><\/p><\/h1><\/div>

Join the growing team at Blue Bird Day! Our evidence-based, empathetic services support children ages 2-7 in their learning, growth, and development. Scroll to the bottom of the page to review our current openings in West Loop, Northcenter, and Wheaton.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Here are Some of the Roles You Can Apply For at Blue Bird<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Behavior Analysts & Technicians<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Speech-Language Pathologists<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Social Workers & Counselors<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Therapeutic Assistants<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Registered Dietitian Nutritionists<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Clinical Psychologists<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Clinical Placements for Students<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Here’s What our Employees Have to Say About our Culture<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>
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\u201cI enjoy being a part of a large team with resources and people to collaborate with. I appreciate that I am often asked for feedback or ideas. I feel as if there is a priority for organization and efficiency and providing me with a very strong foundation that I have not seen at other places I\u2019ve worked. I feel supported and comfortable asking for help.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>

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\u201cThe team aspect is a great part of BBD. Being part of the different disciplines and collaborating holistically is one of my favorite parts. I feel that the staff are friendly and inclusive. The constant communication among staff is also appreciated and being able to bounce ideas off in real time with the team.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>

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\u201cWhat I love the most about working at BBD is the experiences that I am getting, and the ability to ask so many questions while on the job pertaining to clients, and about different strategies that can be used with clients. This is so helpful.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>

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\u201cThe employees that are hired are strong, dedicated to what they do and always helping each other out and learning from each other. The collaborative nature leads to learning for everyone and great treatment for clients. The day is fun and busy. I like how much autonomy we have in the treatment we provide and materials that are provided to use in sessions.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>

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\u201cI love collaborating with all of the different disciplines in order to provide the best services for each client. I think that most therapists are open to trying new ideas recommended by various disciplines and are eager to incorporate new strategies that are beneficial to the clients they are seeing.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>

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\u201cI really enjoy all of the therapists and co-workers here. Everyone is super helpful and willing to lend a hand. Also, the kids are amazing and make this job so worth it!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/blockquote>

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We Value Our Staff’s Development and Growth!<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

We promoted over 60<\/strong> staff members last year!<\/p>\n

80% of our Therapeutic Assistants have been accepted into healthcare graduate school programs<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

82% of our staff strongly agree that their role provides them with opportunities to learn and grow<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

We have growth opportunities across all three companies of Three Birds. One Mission.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Our Training and Professional Development Includes:<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>

Thorough Onboarding and an Onboarding Mentor<\/p>\n

Structured Mentorship Based on your Goals<\/p>\n

On-site Training and Observation Opportunities<\/p>\n

We Host Free Continuing Education Courses<\/p>\n

Professional Development Days<\/p>\n

Supervision and Licensure Support<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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View Our Current Openings<\/span><\/a><\/div>
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We Provide Exceptional Benefits!<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Highly competitive year-round salary with bonus potential<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Health\/Dental\/Vision and Life Insurance<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) allowances<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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401k with substantial company match<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Flex Spending Account<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Comprehensive Onboarding<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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On-site trainings<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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New parent return from leave six week ramp up<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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CEU and professional dues reimbursement<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Weekly mentorship for all new therapists<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Grow in leadership, professional dev, & clinically<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Review Our 2026 Benefits Guide<\/span><\/a><\/div>
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See Where We\u2019re Located!<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>

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Start your Journey with Blue Bird Day: View Our Job Openings!<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>
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