Therapy Aide - ECMH

Overview:

Hours: Mon-Fri 7a-330p with options in the future for flexible work options

We are passionate about integrating physical and behavioral health to champion the holistic wellbeing of children. With 1 in 7 children ages 0–5 experiencing behavioral health challenges that can affect development and school readiness, Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) programs are essential to delivering the best care and outcomes. Through our innovative ECMH programs, we ensure families in Central Ohio have access to a full continuum of services that support healthy development, prevent mental health concerns, and treat disorders so young children can thrive. This position supports Clinical Therapies BH Downtown. Training and ongoing competency development are provided and funded by the organization.

Job Description Summary:

Supports therapy services through the performance of administrative and clinical duties such as maintaining assigned areas and inventory, collecting and reporting data, and assisting with patient care under direct supervision.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

Maintains a safe and clean environment, performing routine maintenance and environmental rounds. Prepares treatment areas for therapy.

Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and proper functioning. Assists with the fabrication and application of adaptive equipment, orthopedic soft goods, and splints.

Assists with the transportation of patients, records, equipment, and supplies, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Performs general office duties and administrative functions to support departmental operations. Collects and reports data.

Coordinates and monitors departmental volunteers and individuals wishing to observe therapy.

Attends to patients’ personal needs during therapy and assists in the performance of patient-related activities under the direct supervision.

Education Requirement:

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Licensure Requirement:

(not specified)

Certifications:

Certified Medical Assistant or STNA, preferred.

CPR certificationno later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.

Skills:

Excellent customer service and organizational skills.

Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask, problem solve, and function in team setting.

Experience:

Health care experience, preferred.

Experience working with children, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Sitting, Working Outdoors

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Patient Equipment, Squat/kneel

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

(not specified)

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"

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