Therapy Technician - Effingham at Meraki Health in Newton, IL

This is an opening for an assignment in Effingham

Training and occasional visits will take place in Newton.

This is a unique opportunity to do cutting edge work with dedicated support staff who understands and supports development within a private healthcare practice. We believe that the “behaviors” that impact daily function are typically a result of challenges with comprehension and communication, challenges in processing sensory information from the environment and staying regulated around a broad range of emotions. With our interpretation of intentions, use of language-based strategies, emotional and sensory support, and an individualized, multi-sensory, engaging and meaningful program, our kids are limitless!

Who are we?

Meraki: meraki [may-rah-kee] (adjective) This is a Greek word that is often used to describe doing something with soul, creativity, or love -- when you put "something of yourself" into what you're doing, whatever it may be.

We believe that the key to providing high-quality therapy services is through a team of dedicated and empowered professionals. We provide our team with the training, support, and resources they need to do their job effectively.

We understand that our team members are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and growth.Meraki Health provides collaborative and multidisciplinary therapy services that help individuals grow in their ability to relate, communicate, and function within their home and community.

We provide our clients with personalized care that is tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. We understand that every individual is different, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to achieve their goals.

Who are you?

• Are you someone who values and fosters the development of positive relationships?
• Are you adaptable, compassionate, communicative, and innovative?
• Are you a lifelong learner that is committed to growth?
• Are you able to maintain healthy boundaries and resolve conflict as it naturally occurs through critical thinking and joint problem-solving?

Responsibilities

• Assist child in learning process during functional learning activities and therapy sessions under the supervision of a licensed clinician and the direction of Lead Technician
• Prioritize safety of child while assisted with ADL’s and facilitating communication
• Communicate and collaborate with team members, which includes parents/caregivers
• Primarily 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 get 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 clinician 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 ADL’s, including toileting, feeding/eating, etc.
  • Acknowledge and reflect on child’s feelings and behavior in a caring and respectful manner
  • Pass a background check
  • Remain calm, focused, and adaptive within a dynamic environment
• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to kneel, sit (on a chair or the floor) and stand moving easily and quickly from kneel to stand, sit to stand and stand to walk positions.
  • Ability to walk up to a mile in distance.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds easily with no assistance from others.
  • Ability to engage in and support physical activities initiated by children including but not limited to jumping, running, climbing, rolling, sitting/lying on the floor, swinging.
  • Ability to physically support students on indoor/outdoor therapeutic equipment

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience in an early learning environment where developmental approach is 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 a service to others

Perks

• 120 hours Paid Leave
• 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.

Terms of Employment:

Full time employee: 32-40 hours per week

Wages: Base pay of $18/hr with potential for additional compensation based on experience, licensure, performance and commitment to the position.