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We are seeking a Therapeutic Assistant Paraprofessional to join our team to support our therapeutic staff. The Therapy Assistant Paraprofessional will join a team of therapeutic professionals including licensed social workers, occupational, physical, speech and ABA therapists.
Mentorship and opportunities to observe therapy sessions, as well as assistance with graduate school application process will be provided for our therapeutic assistant paraprofessionals.
80% of our Therapeutic Assistant Paraprofessional staff have been accepted into graduate healthcare programs!
Our Therapeutic Assistants are paraprofessionals that gain a wide range of experience with room for advancement.
Assist therapists with clients and promote their participation in therapeutic activities.
Assist in therapy room and lesson preparation.
Assist students with their daily care needs
Assist in cleaning and organizing facility .
Therapeutic Assistant Paraprofessional Requirements
Bachelors degree preferred
Willingness to obtain a paraprofessional license
Ability to lift 35lbs
Our comprehensive benefits support our therapeutic assistant paraprofessional team in achieving work-life balance!
Competitive hourly rate based on experience $17-19 / hour
Paraprofessional license renewal
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
Paid Federal Holidays, Paid Floating Holiday and Professional Development Days
New Parent 6 week ramp up ( 20 hour schedule at full salary for first 6 weeks)
401k with substantial company match
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO medical insurance
Dental and Vision insurance
$25,000 Life Insurance policy
No travel and onsite parking
In-depth onboarding to set you up for success
Individualized mentorship focused on your unique goals
Birthday and Anniversary celebrations
Branded Company Apparel
Holiday celebrations and MORE!
Our Therapeutic Assistant Paraprofessional team support an innovative program for neurodiverse students.
Blue Bird Day is an intensive therapy program for children with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. Our therapies are offered in a preschool-like setting, but instead of teachers, our "classes" are run by therapists.
Our collaborative team provides occupational, physical, speech, developmental, ABA, and other therapies to help our clients reach their unique goals.
We have locations in Chicago's West Loop and Northcenter neighborhoods and in Wheaton, and we're growing!
Last updated : 2024-05-09
Full Time
Ancillary Healthcare
$36k-46k (estimate)
05/10/2024
06/21/2024
bluebirddayprogram.com
CHICAGO, IL
25 - 50
2007
Private
LAURA MRAZ
<$5M
Ancillary Healthcare
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