Therapy Assistant

2 months ago


Newton, Illinois, United States Meraki Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Therapy Assistant at Meraki Health. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality therapy services to children and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist children in learning processes during functional learning activities and therapy sessions under the supervision of a licensed clinician and the direction of a Lead Technician.
  • Prioritize the safety of children while assisting with daily living activities and facilitating communication.
  • Communicate and collaborate with team members, including parents/caregivers.
  • Primarily work on 1:1 assignments with occasional peer dyads and small groups.
  • Document daily services provided.
Requirements
  • Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for this position.
  • Licensure requirements: No licensure is required upon hire. Staff will be required to obtain their Registered Behavior Technician and Registered Developmental Technician certificates once employed by participating in training and testing offered internally and externally by the agency.
  • Possess the ability to:
    • Travel to multiple locations.
    • Remain present and playfully interact with others.
    • Take direction/coaching from supervising clinicians and spend time in quiet reflection.
    • Professionally communicate with team members (verbal and written).
    • Modulate and demonstrate affect appropriate to the situation to facilitate learning.
    • Support children in daily living activities, including toileting, feeding/eating, etc.
    • Acknowledge and reflect on children's feelings and behavior in a caring and respectful manner.
    • Pass a background check.
    • Remain calm, focused, and adaptive within a dynamic environment.
Preferred Experience and Skills
  • Experience in an early learning environment where developmental approaches are utilized.
  • Knowledge and expertise in child development.
  • Knowledge and experience working with young children and their families.
  • Interactive style that is playful and engaging.
  • Experience working on a team to provide services to others.
Benefits
  • 120 hours Paid Time Off (40 hours upon hire).
  • 40 hours of Sick Time Off.
  • 14 Paid Company Holidays.
  • 2 weeks of company-wide closure for self-care (July, December).
  • 100% vested company 401k with up to 4% Matching.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program.
  • Employer cost-shared Health Insurance.
  • Employer cost-shared Dental/Vision Insurance.
  • Employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
  • Supplemental insurance offerings.
  • Competitive wages.
  • On-the-job training.
  • Company-paid training for continuing education and credentialing.
  • Family-friendly work schedule with weekends off.
  • Woman-owned small locally owned business.

Meraki Health is an equal opportunity employer.


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