What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paid Internship- In-Person Therapy Support Specialist position at Presence?
About Presence
As a trusted partner and advocate for clinicians since 2009, we offer our large community of remote providers access to an award-winning platform, assessment and therapy materials, continuing education, and networking opportunities to help them succeed. Through ongoing, clinically-led career resources and support, were meeting the needs and creating career options for clinicians todaywherever they are.
Who is ideal for the Teletherapy Facilitator role?
This role is ideal for those with an interest in k-12 education, special education, or related services roles, such as speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, counseling services, or school psychology services.
Why is this role important?
The Teletherapy Facilitator is vital to the success of our remote therapy and assessment sessions, acting as the critical, in-person link between students, clinicians, teachers, and schools. Your role ensures seamless therapy and assessment sessions, supporting not just the student's success, but also enhancing the collaborative efforts between Presence and educational institutions.
What Will You Do?
Ensure students transition safely and efficiently to and from the teletherapy workstation.
Log students into the therapy room of the Presence platform.
Communicate with clinicians about schedule changes that impact attendance, including unplanned absences, assemblies, field tripsetc.
Act as the primary contact for scheduling and paperwork between clinicians and the rest of the educational team.
Prepare the therapy computer and equipment, ensuring everything is operational.
Observe sessions, providing assistance to students as directed by the clinician.
Collaborate with the clinician to source and stage hands-on materials for therapy and assessments.
Core Components of the Role Include:
Student support: Ensure students are prepared and present for their therapy sessions, facilitating smooth transitions to and from therapy. Occasionally engage in sessions alongside students at the direction of clinicians depending on the students level of need.
Technology management: Manage and prepare all necessary technology and equipment.
Communication: Serve as a key communicator between clinicians, teachers, and students in support of student Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
Observation and assistance: Observe therapy sessions and assist students based on the clinician's instructions. Stage assessment materials and retain test security for special education evaluations with guidance from remote assessors.
What Are We Looking For?
Educational background: A high school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications in education, technology, or related fields is beneficial.
- Skills:
Experience in educational support, technology assistance, or a related field.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency with technology; familiarity with educational technology is a plus.
Reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
Supportive and patient demeanor.
Ability to work effectively with children and professionals.
Effectively communicates by email and manages multiple schedules.
Can create environments conducive to therapy and evaluations.
Transportation: Ability to travel between school locations within designated district (including some same-day travel between multiple sites)
Just so you know
- All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines
- Compensation is $17.00 per hour
Salary : $17