Therapy Apprentice

Status: Part-Time Hours: M-F, Flexible Hours

Date: Fall 2024

Requirements: High School Diploma and collegiate enrollment in a related field of study

Salary/Rate: $12.30/billable hour

About Us:

Located in St. Louis, Missouri, Blue Stars Therapy provides premier home, clinic and community-based early intervention therapy services for young children with Autism and other developmental delays using the groundbreaking evidence of the Early Start Denver Model Curriculum. We typically serve children as young as 12 months and firmly believe in the "early" aspect of early intervention. Blue Stars Therapy is on a mission to unlock the developmental potential of every child through a positive, sustained connection between caregiver and child.

Blue Stars Therapy was formed from a strong desire to break away from “one-size-fits-all” therapy services and create a culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and respect for the families we serve. Our goal is to help foster learning and promote functional skill acquisition across all developmental domains through meaningful interactions, play, and parental involvement within the child's natural environment. We believe each child is a "star" and possesses unique strengths and qualities. Through our play-based, child-led therapy approach, we strive to tap into each child's learning preferences to develop individualized intervention plans to help each child become the best version of themselves. We encourage our clients and their families to "reach for the stars"!

We are a small start-up business that is women-owned and women-led, with a passion for making high quality early intervention accessible to all children and families. Our current team consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists and Behavior Analysts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Junior Apprentice works within the organization to gain insight and experience. The Junior Apprentice will have the opportunity to participate in a growth-oriented culture while developing the ability to describe Blue Stars Therapy’s values, capabilities, and culture internally and externally. The Junior Apprentice will be trained to deliver therapy services and serve as a member of a client’s therapy team and may assist with admin duties/mentorship of Volunteer Junior Interns or Volunteer Intern 1.

This position will have the opportunity to observe a mix of professionals including Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists and Behavior Analysts. The Junior Apprentice will receive high-levels of support with formalized checkpoints while acquiring a deep understanding of child development.

Responsibilities:

• Completes in-house Early Start Denver Model basic training as well as HIPAA training
• Observes and interacts with a variety of early intervention/special education professionals including Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists and Behavior Analysts
• Navigates project assignments with the organization and problem solving skills, providing input, recommendations and general feedback as it pertains to projects
• Contributes to overall quality of intervention, safety of clients, and client communication
• Adds to the culture of the organization by participating in Blue Stars Therapy activities, events, and discussions
• Seeks professional feedback from managers and leaders at Blue Stars Therapy and participates in individualized meetings to identify goals and growth potential
• Serves as a member of a client’s therapy team

Additional Functions:

• Actively communicates the Blue Stars Therapy outreach efforts to the community
• Participates in professional meetings, events, or staff training deemed necessary/beneficial to Blue Stars Therapy’s development
• Adheres to the mission, mindset and values of Blue Stars Therapy

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Degree
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be pursuing Bachelors/Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Pathology, Behavior Analysis, and other related fields
• Preference given to candidates with Bachelors in a related field
• Undergraduate portfolio demonstrates capabilities and promise
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Must participate in a background check
• Must have excellent communication skills and be highly organized with the ability to multitask
• Must be able to work well as part of a team
• Must meet physical stamina requirements

Benefits Offered:

• Training and shadowing in the ESDM and ongoing mentorship/supervision
• A company wide work/life balance culture
• Culture training, along with personal and professional growth
• Professional experience working with clients in a clinical setting

Compensation:

• $12.30/billable hour (hours working directly with clients)

Job Types: Part-time, Internship

Pay: From $12.30 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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