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- Purpose:
- The Sensory Assistant will provide consultation, training, and program support to Abbott House staff and girls.
- Ensure a detailed sensory diet is implemented as directed by the Sensory Coordinator.
- Work in conjunction with staff on the units to provide additional support for the girls.
- Provide and integrate sensory programming on the units.
- Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and training are preferred.
- Familiarity with residential treatment programs.
- Ability to convey best practice methods to other staff who work directly with children.
- Ability to communicate in writing and verbally in a professional manner.
- Ability to confer and relate constructively with a range of individuals.
- Conscientious and has the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Skill and knowledge in grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Responsible To: Sensory Coordinator
- Principal Accountabilities:
- Work with children one on one and in small groups.
- Implement sensory plans, tailor equipment and provide sensory programming for residents.
- Guide and support residents using their Sensory Diet, Sensory Room, Wellness Center, and Gym.
- Develop information and educate residents based on resident’s sensory needs, guiding them towards independently using their sensory tools.
- Provide “on the job” training and help supervise sensory programming.
- Diligently track the effectiveness of sensory programming using the system provided.
- Work with the clinical and residential team to implement sensory programming on the units.
- On call responsibilities on a rotating basis.
- Performs any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.
Abbott House, Inc.
sarahd@abbotthousesd.com