Do you love working with kids? Are you looking for a part-time job? Do you have great organizational and time management skills? Are you interested in continuing your education to become a professional therapist?
Position Description: The Therapy Aide enhances the delivery of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology services at the Center for Pediatric Therapies through providing clerical support, organization of supplies, and customer service.
Hours of Work: This is a part-time position (approximately 12 to 15 hours/week). Sample schedule: Monday through Friday, 3pm to 6pm.
Attention College Students: Work hours may count towards observation hours necessary for admission to OT, OTA, PT, PTA or SLP degree programs. Work experience in a clinic is expected to improve your qualifications to entry to such as program.
Work Location: CPT Danville – 175 Deer Run Road, Danville, VA 25450
Therapy Aide Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clerical tasks such as filing and making copies
- Organization of therapy supplies/materials
- Customer service, including answering the phone and greeting patients
Therapy Aide Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Able to communicate verbally and in writing professionally
- Able to work as part of a team to support the professional therapy staff
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Reliable transportation to/from work
- Interest in a career as a pediatric therapist preferred
How to Apply: Applications will be accepted via email to Kristen Barker, OTR/L, Executive Director, at kbarker@centerforpediatrictherapies.com. A completed application will include a professionally written email stating your interest in the position with both your resume and reference list attached in PDF format:
- Your email should introduce yourself and include your available start date.
- Your resume should include education, work, and volunteer experience.
- Your reference list should include three professional or educational references with time known and contact information.