Special Needs Therapist - Part-Time

Job Summary

You will deliver personalized 1-1 home-based therapy sessions for children, performing assessments, developing creative therapy materials, documenting progress, and collaborating with supervisors to optimize therapy outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individualized 1-1 home-based therapy sessions tailored to each child's needs
• Perform comprehensive assessments to evaluate children's developmental and behavioral progress
• Develop creative and engaging therapy materials with provided support to enhance session effectiveness
• Document detailed session notes, goals, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to track progress
• Set personalized targets based on assessment outcomes and child-specific requirements
• Communicate regularly with parents to update them on their child's progress after each session
• Collaborate with supervisors to continuously improve therapy strategies and outcomes
• Manage scheduling to conduct sessions at student residences, coordinating around your location
• Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance to ensure reliable therapy delivery
• Participate in 5-7 days of trial training or refresher courses to maintain therapy standards

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Psychology, Special Education, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, or related field
• Experience as a behavioral, occupational, or speech therapist
• BCBA certification is welcomed
• Proficiency in English with strong written, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, fun, and creative personality to engage children effectively
• Availability on weekends is a bonus
• Commitment to a minimum of 6 months per student case

Other Information

Schedule:

• Two daily shifts available: 0900hrs-1200hrs and 1500hrs-1800hrs
• Weekend availability is advantageous

Benefits:

• Competitive high hourly pay
• Travel allowance
• Materials allowance
• Independent work with structured support to maximize earnings
• Yearly salary increment
• Open access to all students
• 100% paperwork support for behavioral therapists
• Mature working environment
• Flexible work arrangements