Therapy Aide

Job Description

Job Description

KVC Missouri Residential Care
Location: St. James, MO
Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

Job Summary

The Therapy Aide provides for the physical and emotional needs of the clients assigned to the program and facilitates a healthy environment for therapy to be conducted. The Therapy Aide will participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients.

Task Expectations 

• Operates according to KVC’s model of care and program operations manual.
• Functions within Agency’s policies and procedures (i.e. Employee Handbook)
• Manage youth using safe crisis management without the need for therapeutic holds. 
• Role models positive behaviors and coping skills for clients, using a strength-based approach in all interactions.
• Maintains the safety and security of the clients in care and attends to their needs in a nurturing way.
• Transports residents to and from therapy sessions 
• Supervises clients in therapy sessions and encourages participation in therapy activities.
• Works to schedule and organize client therapy schedules. 
• Helps to maintain a safe environment for therapeutic sessions.
• Other duties may be assigned according to qualification of staff and development of programs.
• Performs other duties as needed for the betterment of KVC.

Minimum Requirements

Education:  High school diploma or GED equivalency 

Licensure/Certification:

• Possesses a current, valid MO Class E driver's license with a good driving record or must be able to obtain one within 2 weeks of employment.
• Current / valid auto insurance that meets the KVC-Missouri requirements.

Qualifications:

• Strong customer service focus 
• Excellent time management
• Oral and written communication skills 
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and email applications
• All employees must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Experience/Skills: 

• Experience working with children and families in a trauma informed environment.
• Facilitating Telehealth appointments

Benefits:

• Professional Development
• Paid time off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• 403b with company match
• Public student loan forgiveness
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.00
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness benefits like health screenings, & mental health support

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is looking for a rewarding career in the mental health/social services field, then we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit our website at

We hope you will consider joining our team!