BFT Aspire Explorations Therapeutic Float - Summer Teen Program

The Therapeutic Float is responsible for helping to manage the therapeutic needs of participants in collaboration with their group leaders, assistant group leaders and leadership staff. This includes serving as a resource in a variety of therapeutic models that foster growth in the areas of social pragmatics, stress and anxiety management, and self-awareness. The Float will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in these skills and provide consultation and training to staff in effective strategies. In addition, this individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate records about program policies and procedures and ensuring that the assigned site operates as efficiently and effectively as possible.

*We invite neurodivergent candidates to apply.

1. Provide leadership and support to assigned groups, including modeling, guiding, and observing assistant group leaders/group leaders; relationship building with participants; developing and supporting the implementation of support plans for specific participants; providing resources; supporting communication with families and ensuring all supports are aligned with the Aspire philosophy
2. Support group leaders in designing developmentally appropriate program plans matched to the social, emotional, and self-awareness needs of the group and specific individuals
3. Collaborate regularly with the leadership team to determine the needs of participants and staff; take a leadership role in staff therapeutic training and professional development
4. Attend all staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and planning sessions as relevant to role, including designated leadership team meetings.
5. Maintain the rules of confidentiality and all HIPAA expectations and promote the health and safety of program participants and staff at all times.
6. Provide consultation to staff regarding assessment and support of participants' specific therapeutic needs throughout the day; suggest targeted interventions and follow-up to determine effectiveness.

7. Communicate with caregivers, families and outside providers around tailored support and individual needs.

8. Serve as a resource for a variety of curricula and other tools (books, websites, etc.); facilitate staff access to these resources both proactively and for targeted needs.

Degree: Bachelor's Degree required, master's degree preferred.

Have current First Aid/CPR certification, required Training can be accessed through Aspire.

Type of experience:
Prior experience working with neurodivergent children and/or adolescents Required or Preferred

Prior leadership experience Required or Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Desire to work in a team environment
2. Desire and ability to work in an outdoor setting
3. Ability to work independently
4. Ability to solve problems collaboratively with staff
5. Desire to help participants feel safe, succeed, and have fun
6. Ability to demonstrate a calm demeanor with children, caregivers, and staff