Job description:

LEEP Forward & Quantum LEEP Academy, a developmental pediatric therapy clinic & educational program, is now hiring Full-Time Assistant Clinicians for placement at our therapeutic clinic and pre-K - High School programs- in Ravenswood.

Our summer programming includes weekly community outings and field trips, giving staff and students the opportunity to explore Chicago together while building real-world skills.

Examples of outings include:

• Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium
• Local parks and splash pads
• Neighborhood walks and community exploration
• Museums and seasonal events
• Ice cream trips, picnics, and outdoor play

These outings allow children to practice social, communication, and independence skills in real-life settings, while staff experience a dynamic and engaging workday.

If you enjoy being active, playful, creative, and out in the community, this is a truly unique clinical role.

Requirements:

• Ability to work with Children with developmental differences, formal experience not required, full training provided
• Willingness to work in a 1 on 1 setting with children, taking direction from the clinical team to aide in their development
• Available Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Understands the importance of building strong relationships
• Comfortable with on the spot problem solving in challenging situations
• Ability to adapt quickly and find solutions during unexpected changes
• Loves to PLAY and HAVE FUN!

LEEP is a multidisciplinary clinic with Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Mental Health, Educational, Developmental and Behavioral services, as well as a variety of social groups, including LEEP Forward Therapeutic Preschool and Quantum LEEP Academy K-High School Independent Therapeutic School Program. Children enrolled in our programming are between the ages of 3-16 years old with a variety of developmental differences, including autism.

Job Responsibilities:

• Explore a child's world through play
• Build and grow meaningful relationships with child and team mates
• Develop an understanding of each child's unique profile
• Maintain a safe and clean environment
• Implement therapeutic programming designed by the multidisciplinary team and following the LEEP Model and QLA Curriculum and Practice Policy
• Utilize diverse therapeutic strategies (DIR /Floortime, ABA using the NDBI - Naturalistic Developmental Behavior Interventions framework, sensory supports)
• Support creation of materials to engage a child in programming
• Provide information to support accountability through data collection and documentation
• Participate in clinical conversations
• Engage in provided on the job training
• Ongoing individual supervision when working with child
• Monthly group supervision with BCBA/Developmental Therapist
• Incorporate supervision feedback and coaching into daily work
• Professional Development opportunities to match your career goals

Benefits:

• Full-time with a guaranteed schedule and pay
• Hours are Monday-Friday with an eight hour day (8-4 or 9-5)
• Programming is year round with Holiday breaks
• Certification in Crisis Intervention using QBS Safety Care
• Support in obtaining Registered Developmental (RDT) and/or Behavior Technician Credential (RBT)
• Opportunities for professional growth for Master candidates in the fields of (SLP, OT, PT, Mental Health, and ABA)

Benefits available for full-time employees:

• Health Insurance with employer contribution
• Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability insurance
• Life and Accidental Insurance
• 401K with matching
• Paid Time Off

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance