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- 8th grade programs- in Ravenswood.

LEEP is a multidisciplinary clinic with Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, Educational, Developmental and Behavioral services, as well as a variety of social groups, including LEEP Forward Therapeutic Preschool and Transitional Kindergarten programming, and Quantum LEEP Academy K-8th Grade Independent Therapeutic School Program. Children enrolled in our programming are between the ages of 3-14 years old with a variety of developmental differences, including autism.

Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Speech, OT, Mental Health, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology) or at least a Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field but life experience with children with developmental differences. An assistant clinician works on-site in the therapeutic preschool/transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade programs, enrichment groups, after school groups and/or in after care. This work is done under the direction of a classroom lead with supervision and support from a Master's level clinical supervisor and experienced senior staff. Our collaborative model provides additional opportunities for learning through the lenses of multiple professionals. This is an entry-level position that sets the foundation for further growth. Experience with children with special needs is a plus.

Special consideration is given to considerate, passionate and playful applicants who cannot wait to make a difference in the world.

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
• Utilize diverse therapeutic strategies
• 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

Job Details:

• Full-time with a guaranteed schedule
• 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
• Monthly Scheduled Professional Development
• Support in obtaining Registered Developmental and/or Behavior Technician Credential
• Opportunities for professional growth for Master candidates in the fields of (SLP, OT, Mental Health, and ABA)

Benefits available for full-time employees:

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

Being fully vaccinated against COIVID-19 is a condition of employment at LEEP Forward and Quantum LEEP Academy. This includes receiving a booster shot, if eligible. If you receive an invitation to interview, we can answer any questions you may have during the interview process. This includes those with underlying health conditions or other circumstances that might preclude you from being vaccinated. If an offer of employment is extended, new hires are expected to provide proof of vaccination prior to their start date.