Graduate Student Clinical Placement, Pediatric Therapy

Job overview

The Graduate Student Clinical Placement opportunity is onsite in Chicago, IL; compensation is not specified. Merlin Day Academy provides an integrated educational and therapeutic environment for children ages 6–14 with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. Graduate students in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, or social work may apply for a clinical placement. The opportunity supports evidence-based, play-focused pediatric therapy, with applicants reviewed according to supervisor availability and interviews conducted before placements are established.

What you'll do

• Submit an application for clinical placement in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, or social work
• participate in an interview before placement
• provide relevant information for review based on supervisor availability.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

graduate student placement

chicago il

merlin day academy

clinical placement

occupational therapy

physical therapy

speech-language pathology

social work

pediatric therapy

neurodiverse children

autism spectrum disorder

adhd

mentorship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• In-depth onboarding, individualized mentorship, department and staff meetings, celebrations, and fundraising initiatives.

Why this role

The posting encourages applicants with pediatric-field interest and experience and describes individualized mentorship and in-depth onboarding.

About the employer

Merlin Day Academy is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.