Medford, OR - Teletherapy Facilitator (on-site)

Tier1usa; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Presence is seeking a Teletherapy Facilitator to support in-person teletherapy and assessments within Medford schools. You will help students transition to the teletherapy workstation, log them into the Presence platform, and communicate with clinicians about schedule changes and attendance.

You will prepare equipment, observe sessions, and assist with therapy materials under clinician guidance. Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with educational

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Further education or certifications in education, technology, or related fields is beneficial.
• Experience in educational support or technology assistance is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with technology and educational software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist students transitioning to the teletherapy workstation and ensure a smooth start to sessions.
• Log students into the Presence therapy room and verify accessibility.
• Coordinate schedule changes with clinicians and communicate attendance impacts.
• Serve as primary scheduling and paperwork liaison between clinicians and the educational team.
• Prepare therapy equipment and materials and ensure everything is operational.
• Observe sessions and assist students as directed by clinicians.
• Source and stage hands-on materials for therapy and assessments in collaboration with clinicians.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

Reliability

Adaptability

IEP coordination

Education

High school diploma

Education certifications (beneficial)

Tools

Presence platform

Educational software

Job description

Medford, OR - Teletherapy Facilitator (on-site) Presence

Address Medford, OR, US

Description

About Presence

As a trusted partner and advocate for clinicians since 2009, we offer our large community of remote providers access to an award-winning platform, assessment and therapy materials, continuing education, and networking opportunities to help them succeed. Through ongoing, clinically-led career resources and support, we are meeting the needs and creating career options for clinicians today - wherever they are.

Who is ideal for the Teletherapy Facilitator role?

This role is ideal for those with an interest in k-12 education, special education, or related services roles, such as speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, counseling services, or school psychology services.

Why is this role important?

The Teletherapy Facilitator is vital to the success of our remote therapy and assessment sessions, acting as the critical, in-person link between students, clinicians, teachers, and schools. Your role ensures seamless therapy and assessment sessions, supporting not just the students' success, but also enhancing the collaborative efforts between Presence and educational institutions.

What Will You Do?

• Ensure students transition safely and efficiently to and from the teletherapy workstation.


• Log students into the therapy room of the Presence platform.


• Communicate with clinicians about schedule changes that impact attendance, including unplanned absences, assemblies, field trips...etc.


• Act as the primary contact for scheduling and paperwork between clinicians and the rest of the educational team.


• Prepare the therapy computer and equipment, ensuring everything is operational.


• Observe sessions, providing assistance to students as directed by the clinician.


• Collaborate with the clinician to source and stage hands-on materials for therapy and assessments.

Core Components of the Role Include:

• Student support: Ensure students are prepared and present for their therapy sessions, facilitating smooth transitions to and from therapy. Occasionally engage in sessions alongside students at the direction of clinicians depending on the students' level of need.


• Technology management: Manage and prepare all necessary technology and equipment.


• Communication: Serve as a key communicator between clinicians, teachers, and students in support of student Individualized Education Plans (IEP).


• Observation and assistance: Observe therapy sessions and assist students based on the clinician's instructions. Stage assessment materials and retain test security for special education evaluations with guidance from remote assessors.

What Are We Looking For?

Educational background: A high school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications in education, technology, or related fields is beneficial.

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  • Experience in educational support, technology assistance, or a related field.
  
  
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  
  
  • Proficiency with technology; familiarity with educational technology is a plus.
  
  
  • Reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
  
  
  • Supportive and patient demeanor.
  
  
  • Ability to work effectively with children and professionals.
  
  
  • Effectively communicates by email and manages multiple schedules.
  
  
  • Can create environments conducive to therapy and evaluations.
  
  
  
  


• Transportation: Ability to travel between school locations within designated district (including some same-day travel between multiple sites)

Just so you know

• All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines


• Compensation is negotiable.