At Children’s Therapy Center, we are on a mission to maximize the potential of children with special needs.  We provide individualized, family-centered therapy including early intervention services, early childhood special education, physical, occupational and speech therapy. In partnership with parents and caregivers, we celebrate where each child is today and work toward who they can become.

Founded in 1979, Children’s Therapy Center has grown from a dream shared by a handful of visionary pediatric therapists to the largest and most comprehensive independent nonprofit pediatric therapy program in Washington State. Growth like ours does not happen by chance. It takes a commitment to quality services, collaboration, innovation and a focus on excellence in all areas.

About the Event

Calling all Playtime Enthusiast! We are looking for volunteers to help us host 2 hours of playtime for kids with special needs and their siblings while parents participate in a focus group meeting. Come help kids create an art project, build a train track, go through an obstacle course, make slime, play a board game and much more!

Job Summary

As a Childcare Support Volunteer, you will play an important role in providing parents the resource of childcare, so that they can advocate for their child’s needs, give feedback on how to improve services and contribute to the vision of CTC. Join us in hosting a fun night for children to play in a safe, familiar environment and become another open heart and set of hands as you interact with children of all abilities! You will be supporting the collaboration between providers and families, as we work towards building a stronger organization that meets the growing and changing needs of the community.

Time Commitment/ Location

• One time on, Saturday, February 22th, 9:00-11:00 am
• 8717 S Hosmer St, Tacoma WA 98444

Responsibilities

• Interact and support program participants while maintaining a positive attitude
• Assist with setup/ clean up duties such as; moving tables/chairs/therapy equipment, gathering requested supplies, disinfecting materials, snack prep
• Assist in facilitating projects and activities such as arts/crafts, games, and songs
• Plan and lead appropriate activities – if desired
• Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating, contributing, and reflecting on a continuous basis
• Communicate with children, parents, and staff in support of our mission
• Other tasks as needed

Benefits

• Opportunity to collaborate, and gain work experience alongside field experts and skilled staff
• Exposure to equipment, materials and tools used in pediatric therapy services
• Observe discipline specific therapy 1:1 therapy sessions—if desired
• Become a valued member of a diverse and committed team at top ranked and largest pediatric therapy center in the WA state
• Invitation to volunteer appreciation happenings and other agency special events
• Receive volunteer service verification letter

Qualifications/Desired Skills

• Ability to commit to the full 2 hour shift need for volunteers as specified above
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with youth, an interest in child development, individuals with special needs and developmental delays (preferred but not required)
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of all program participants and their families
• Must be able to support and affirm youth with diverse cultures, racial and ethnic identities, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, abilities, and countries of origin
• Sit/stand frequently and ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Minimum requirements

• Must be at least 16 and if a minor, signed consent of parent/guardian is required
• Background check is required if the experience will include contact with children
• Participate in orientation, assignment training and safety tour
• Consent to required agreements related to the project; including Liability Release Waiver and Confidentiality Agreement

Reports to

• Volunteer Coordinator
• Event Coordinator

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is an unpaid, volunteer position

Children’s Therapy Center seeks to reflect the diversity of our communities. We believe every employee, volunteer and guest/visitor has the right to be free from unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, Children’s Therapy Center provides all employees, volunteers and applicants with equal opportunity in all aspects of the relationship.