Developmental Therapist - $20-26 per hour - Soar Autism Center

Soar Autism Center is seeking a Developmental Therapist for a job in Mesa, Arizona.

• Specialty: Developmental Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

At Soar Autism Center, our care model is based on the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a care program adapted to the unique learning needs of children with early autism. By integrating child development best practices and behavior analysis, we help these children grow, learn, and thrive in their everyday experiences.

If you're passionate about child development, child care, and wish to be an integral part of a mission-driven team innovating in autism care, this position is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary child care giver, being directly responsible for teaching new skills to the child in a 1:1 setting, ensuring their comprehensive growth

• Engage the child in a play-based routine, transforming everyday child care moments into opportunities for teaching and nurturing essential life skills

• Collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to design and implement individualized developmental plans, upholding the principles of the ESDM and maintaining fidelity to Soar's model

• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, offering regular insights on their child's progress and providing guidance rooted in best child care practices

Qualifications:

• Genuine interest and prior experience in child care roles such as daycare, nannying, or similar positions, or similar or related educational experiences (e.g. bachelors in psychology or child development)

• Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for building connections with young children and their families

• Works effectively on a team

• Must have reliable transportation to both training location and local center. Punctuality is essential

• Must be able to meet the following physical requirements: sit and stand frequently, shift positions quickly, lift up to 50 lbs., sit/kneel on the floor for extended periods of time, sit in a chair, stand, walk, and occasionally run short distances to catch up with a client

What We Offer:

• $20.50 - $26.00/hour with regular bonus and promotion opportunities. All staff members are considered every 3 months for a raise or promotion

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans

• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement benefits

• Priority access for in-network mental health support through our partnership with Sol Mental Health

• Opportunities for career exploration in Behavior Analysis, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, and other roles

• A guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week for full-time roles

• Supportive training to learn Soar's care model

• Tons of support from our multi-disciplinary team

• A collaborative and fun environment where every team member's contribution is valued

Join Soar Autism Center as an Entry-Level Developmental Therapist and play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of children on the autism spectrum.

Highlands Ranch, Parker, and Thornton are future Soar locations. More information on this center can be provided during the application process.

This position is "evergreen", and does not have an associated application deadline.

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Soar Autism Center Job ID #e634ccb6-ac1f-4436-aec2-656c3c3c46bc-3. Posted job title: Entry-Level Developmental Therapist

Soar Autism Center is creating a network of interdisciplinary clinics dedicated to helping children with autism and their families thrive. Our services include naturalistic therapy (Early Start Denver Model), speech therapy, occupational therapy, mental health services, and diagnostic services, all designed to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to care. We ensure continuity of care from diagnosis through therapy, fostering a seamless experience for families. Our clinicians collaborate closely with families to develop individualized therapy plans, setting ambitious goals that empower children to reach their full potential. At Soar, we prioritize early intervention and supportive, developmentally-appropriate learning to help every child grow into their fullest self.

• Holiday Pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance