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Presence · 2 months ago

Paid Internship- In-Person Therapy Support Specialist

Beloit, WI 53511, USA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $17/hr

Presence is a trusted partner for clinicians, providing access to resources and support since 2009. The Teletherapy Facilitator role is crucial for ensuring smooth therapy sessions by acting as the in-person link between students and clinicians, facilitating transitions, and managing communication and technology.

EducationHealth CareSpecial EducationTherapeuticsVideo Conferencing

Responsibilities

Ensure students transition safely and efficiently to and from the teletherapy workstation

Log students into the therapy room of the Presence platform

Communicate with clinicians about schedule changes that impact attendance, including unplanned absences, assemblies, field trips…etc

Act as the primary contact for scheduling and paperwork between clinicians and the rest of the educational team

Prepare the therapy computer and equipment, ensuring everything is operational

Observe sessions, providing assistance to students as directed by the clinician

Collaborate with the clinician to source and stage hands-on materials for therapy and assessments

Ensure students are prepared and present for their therapy sessions, facilitating smooth transitions to and from therapy

Manage and prepare all necessary technology and equipment

Serve as a key communicator between clinicians, teachers, and students in support of student Individualized Education Plans (IEP)

Observe therapy sessions and assist students based on the clinician's instructions

Stage assessment materials and retain test security for special education evaluations with guidance from remote assessors

Qualification

Educational support experienceTechnology managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProficiency with technologySupportive demeanorWork with children